Dealing with medium-duty truck diagnostic differences
If both medium- and heavy-duty trucks roll into your bays on the regular, you’ve probably seen a difference in the way data is collected. Switching between different scan tools and service information can lead to a breakdown in communication. It takes the right type of equipment to get the information and data points you need
ACT Research notes a slump in For-Hire Trucking Index
The latest release of ACT’s For-Hire Trucking Index, showed volume, productivity, and the supply-demand balance all declined in September. The ACT For-Hire Trucking Index is a monthly survey of for-hire trucking service providers. Concerning volume, Tim Denoyer, Vice President & Senior Analyst at ACT Research, commented, “It’s getting choppier out there, with more variance between freight data sets.
CarriersEdge adds fleet resource library to support driver training programs
CarriersEdge, a provider of online driver training for the trucking industry, has introduced a new resource library to the CarriersEdge platform. It is designed to help drivers apply information that is covered in CarriersEdge online training courses into real-world use. The new resource library, called “Put it into Practice” (PiiPs), provides fleets with a list
Sysco receives first battery electric Freightliner eCascadia
Sysco Corp. recently received its first series-produced battery electric Freightliner eCascadia. Sysco’s first zero-emission Class 8 truck was presented to Marie Robinson, Sysco’s EVP and chief supply chain officer at the Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) Manufacturing Plant in Portland. Thecompany’s first Freightliner eCascadia is expected to operate in Sysco’s Riverside, California site, whichwill receive
NTEA releases fall 2022 U.S. Commercial Vehicle Market Report
The fall 2022 U.S. Commercial Vehicle Market Report was released in conjunction with NTEA’s Executive Leadership Summit, in Baltimore, Md., during a session on trends within the commercial vehicle population led by representatives from Commercial Truck Trader, S&P Global Mobility and NTEA. “The commercial vehicle market is rapidly changing due to many factors, including the
Penske Logistics recognized as ‘High Performer’ by U.S. EPA SmartWay Program
Penske Logistics has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWay program as a High Performer in a pair of clean transportation categories. Penske earned the listing in the Truck Carrier Carbon Metrics and Logistics Freight Management categories. SmartWay Partners like Penske Logistics annually submit efficiency and air quality performance data to the EPA. The SmartWay program noted that a
Fyda Freightliner Columbus marks grand opening
Fyda Freightliner Columbus held its Building Dedication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022. The newly relocated dealership is now at 2700 NE Plain City Georgesville Road in West Jefferson, at exit 85 off I-70. The event was attended by almost 40 vendor companies and 500+ customers, vendors, and employees. In addition, there
Geotab, Phillips Connect integrate asset tracking solutions
Geotab and Phillips Connect recently announced that StealthNet and SolarNet asset tracking and management solutions are now available through the Geotab Marketplace Order Now program. Phillips Connect solutions are fully integrated with the MyGeotab platform. StealthNet and SolarNet are IP67 rated, making them ideal solutions for capturing actionable data from trailers, chassis, containers, equipment, and light-duty vehicles that operate in
FTR reports preliminary trailer orders dropped considerably
FTR reports preliminary trailer orders dropped in September, falling 25% m/m to 12,500 units. September trailer orders were -56% y/y and now total 271,000 units for the past 12 months. Overall, most trailer manufacturers, especially those in the van segments, still must manage production weekly as component shortages continue to hinder production. Even amidst the downward trend
CMA adds John Lynch as regional sales manager, continuing growth of U.S. field support
CMA and Double Coin recently announced the appointment of Rocky Mountain regional sales manager, John Lynch. Based in Denver, Lynch will cover a seven-state region from Colorado to Washington. “I’m excited to join the CMA sales team and look forward to working with commercial dealers in this region to increase Double Coin market share and
Thermo King completes initial electric trailer trials with Walmart, Loblaws, Martin Brower
Thermo King, a provider of transport temperature control solutions and a brand of Trane Technologies, has completed initial testing of its innovative Evolve electric trailer with retailers Walmart and Loblaws, and Martin Brower, a supply chain solutions provider for restaurants around the world. During more than 2,500 hours of operation, the battery-powered refrigerated trailer unit
Verizon Connect Reveal is now available on GSA contracts
Government agencies are now able to purchase the Verizon Connect Reveal fleet management platform, through the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. Government agencies can now streamline processes, pricing and contracts by purchasing Verizon Connect Reveal on GSA contracts. Key benefits include pre-negotiated pricing, terms and conditions, reduced lead time required
