Tandem Position Helper offers easy axle adjustment
The Tandem Position Helper is like having your own personal assistant with you on the road 24/7. It’s as easy as one-two-three, the maker said: Take the Tandem Position Helper from its safe storage in the cabin driver door. Simply connect the small orange flap using the Velcro strip to the strong plated steel base.
Safety First offers sleep solutions for truck drivers
Safety First Sleep Solutions (SFSS) is a nationwide provider of sleep apnea testing and treatment and has a team of sleep therapy experts, including Board Certified Sleep Physicians and Respiratory Therapists. SFSS has developed medically sound and cost effective sleep apnea testing procedures and treatments for truck drivers. It uses the Watermark Ares home sleep
VDO RoadLog capabilities expanded with online convenience and mobile connectivity
Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket has expanded its VDO RoadLog portfolio with a range of new products and services that bring innovations in logbook automation and fleet management. These new technologies have grown the VDO RoadLog platform into a complete family of log automation and fleet management products. Now, the VDO RoadLog portfolio has expanded
BlueParrot talks Bluetooth headsets
VXi said its BlueParrott Bluetooth headsets have been a top choice among truckers for a long time. Why? The answer is simple: the best sound in the business, according to the company. VXi BlueParrott headsets feature the industry leading noise canceling. So the people you talk to hear every word, the first time. That means
Thermo King celebrates 2013 dealership performance excellence awards
Thermo King, a manufacturer of transport temperature control solutions for a variety of mobile applications and a brand of Ingersoll Rand,honored leading dealerships at its annual dealer conference. The company recognized dealers within the United States and Canada for their 2013 achievements. The 2013 Dealer Awards were presented to dealers that met the company’s requirements
Navistar enhances oncommand connection system offerings
Navistar Inc. announced it has integrated Mitchell 1 Repair-Connect.net and in-bay service tools from Nexiq Technologies and Noregon Systems into its OnCommand Connection remote diagnostics system. The company’s diagnostics system is designed to increase vehicle uptime and provide increased fleet management efficiency for International truck customers. “OnCommand Connection was designed to help our customers more
Peterbilt celebrating 75 years by hitting the road
Celebrating 75 years in business, Peterbilt Motors Co. will host a yearlong tour that brings a new Model 579 Anniversary Edition and an exhibition trailer to scores of dealerships and industry events. The Peterbilt 75th Anniversary Tour hit the road April 1, and provides a retrospective look at, current appreciation and future hints of the industry’s
Oakley Transport is taking advantage of new technologies to grow its operation
“Our plan is right on target,” says Peter J. Nativo, director of maintenance at Oakley Transport. “We have a three-year business plan to grow in the market for the transportation of liquid bulk food grade products. Included is replacing all of our tractors with new units so we can take advantage of the cost savings
Bendix announces SmarTire TPMS availability on Kenworth, Peterbilt
The SmarTire tire pressure monitoring system by Bendix CVS is now commercially available as a factory-installed option on Class 8 tractors and trucks from Kenworth Truck Co. and Peterbilt Motors Co. With wheel-end monitoring through SmarTire TPMS, drivers can view real-time tire alerts and pressure or temperature data via an in-vehicle display or integrated OE
Love’s Travel Stops now carry more tire choices
Love’s Travel Stops (Love’s) has consistently remained a top choice for professional truck drivers because of its commitment to customer service and its adherence to offer a variety of products. Love’s Truck Tire Care centers recently provided more diversity by adding tire brand offerings Goodyear and Continental. The additions provide professional drivers with a well-rounded
Meritor WABCO announces fleet performance management system
Meritor WABCO and SmartDrive Systems developed a commercial vehicle performance management system to help fleets improve safety and operational efficiency. ProView powered by SmartDrive will provide insights into driving situations through video-based analysis. A personalized driving performance improvement program and predictive analytics are also available to help reduce collisions and improve fuel efficiency. “ProView tells
VUSION launches MPG analytics dashboard
VUSION, a division of PeopleNet and a Trimble company that optimizes performance and decision-making through data integration and analytics, announced the launch of its MPG Analytics Dashboard. Making the announcement at the Truckload Carriers Association annual convention, VUSION President Tom Fansler said, “Collecting and analyzing data that impacts fuel use is critical for identifying areas
