Irdeto integrates with Geotab to provide keyless vehicle operation
Irdeto, provider of digital platform cybersecurity, announced a new integration with Geotab, an IoT and connected transportation solutions provider. Irdeto has utilized Geotab’s open APIs to provide its end customers with a turnkey solution for keyless vehicle operation. Using the Geotab GO9, Keystone by Irdeto will interface directly with the Geotab fleet managementplatform, MyGeotab, enabling

Mitchell 1 awards TMCSuperTech 2022 Grand Champion a TruckSeries subscription
Mitchell 1 has awarded the TMCSuperTech 2022 Grand Champion, Phillip Pinter, a Michigan-based FedEx technician, a one-year subscription to TruckSeries software. Pinter claimed the title during the American Trucking Association’s Technology and Maintenance Council’s National Technicians Skills Competitions, held last week in Cleveland, Ohio. As the top finisher, he will have access to all of

ACT Research: September Class 8 orders highest monthly total ever
Preliminary NA Class 8 net orders in September were 53,700 units, while NA Classes 5-7 net orders were 26,600 units. Complete industry data for September, including final order numbers, will be published by ACT Research in mid-October. “The strength in orders reflects OEMs’ having fully opened their orderboards for 2023 a bit earlier than normal,

Vehicle Care RockStars unveiled at AAPEX 2022
The stage is set for a unique initiative from Babcox Media, in partnership with AAPEX, to shine a spotlight on today’s most dynamic performers across the vehicle care industry individuals who, to put it simply, rock! That’s the premise behind Vehicle Care RockStars, a brand dedicated to celebrating the vehicle care industry and the array

DTNA recognizes ConMet with the Masters of Quality award
ConMet announced that three of its facilities have once again been awarded the Daimler Trucks North America 2021 Masters of Quality Supplier award. As an industry manufacturer of wheel hubs, structural plastic, and aluminum casting components for the commercial vehicle industry, ConMet is honored to be recognized as one of the top suppliers to Freightliner

Sensata Technologies, Lithium Balance debuts battery management system
Sensata Technologies debuted a new Battery Management System (BMS), the Lithium Balance n3-BMS, for high voltage applications at the Battery Show North America. The Lithium Balance n3-BMS is aimed at applications with power up to 1,000 volts/2,000 amps, especially for battery makers and manufacturers of electric trucks, buses, and other heavy commercial vehicles, the company noted.

Geotab, Verizon Connect, Solera Fleet Solutions ABI Research’s telematics ranking
In its recent Commercial Telematics Competitive Ranking, global technology intelligence firm ABI Research found that Geotab remains the leader in overall rankings for the top global commercial telematics provider. For the third year in a row, Geotab secured first place overall and led in implementation. Since 2020, Geotab has grown its market share by around 40%, now

Volvo Trucks EV charger procurement aims to streamline equipment access
Volvo Trucks North America recently announced a new program to provide streamlined access to electric vehicle (EV) charging offerings for dealers and fleet customers. The Vendor Direct Shipping program provides customers the opportunity to procure mobile and fixed charging hardware solutions directly from Volvo Trucks dealers when they purchase Volvo VNR Electric trucks. Customers will

PGT Trucking redesigns website
PGT Trucking Inc., a multi-service transportation firm offering flatbed, dedicated, international and specialized services, announced the launch of their newly redesigned website, www.pgttrucking.com, aimed at enhancing the user experience, highlighting PGT’s service offerings and aiding in the company’s recruiting efforts. With a responsive mobile and tablet friendly platform, the improved website is easily accessible for users

Amerit Fleet Solutions, Revolv partner on EV repair services
Revolv, a California based full-service EV-only solution provide, announced a partnership with Amerit Fleet Solutions, provider of customized nationwide fleet maintenance and repair programs, to provide warranty and demand repair programs to Revolv customers. “Integrating electric vehicles present unknowns and risks for fleet operators, and superior service and uptime performance are critical components of any

FTR reports preliminary Class 8 truck net orders soared to a record
FTR reports preliminary North American Class 8 net orders for September soared to 56,500 units, the most ever for a single month. September order activity was +169% m/m and +102% y/y, with Class 8 orders now totaling 254,000 units for the last 12 months. “With order boards officially open for 2023 build spots, Q4 monthly

Fullbay to host ‘Diesel Connect’ conference
Fullbay has announced its first ever conference, Diesel Connect. The event will be held in Phoenix from June 8–9, 2023. Early bird ticket pricing is available for $350 until October 31, then tickets are priced at $400. Tickets include admission to the conference, hotel accommodations, food, events and more Diesel Connect’s programming offers multiple tracks with
