How to maintain tractor-trailer electrical connection
When it comes to tractor-trailer electrical connections, spec’ing and maintaining equipment is vital. This is especially true these days with fleets seeking to avoid CSA inspections that often lead to time off the road and costly citations. Spec the best “At Peterson, we have been actively selling and promoting our Defender sealed, modular harness and
Peloton to participate in NEXTCAR program, readies platooning system for 2017 launch
Peloton Technology has announced that it will participate in the Next-Generation Energy Technologies for Connected and Autonomous On-Road Vehicles (NEXTCAR) program sponsored by the U.S Department of Energy’s (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E). The goal of the project is to cut heavy-duty truck fuel use by 20% through the use of platooning technology. Led by
Zonar introduces Connect, an ELD-ready tablet
Zonar has introduced Connect, a rugged ELD-ready tablet for fleets which, according to Zonar, delivers management tools for commercial vehicle operations including compliance, safety and efficiency monitoring. According to Zonar, Connect is always connected whether it is docked or undocked representing a significant milestone in smart fleet management. For example, a driver can submit a completed EVIR inspection back to
Chevron unveils Delo 400 API CK-4, FA-4 heavy-duty motor oils
Chevron Products Co. has unveiled its line of Delo 400 API CK-4 and FA-4 heavy duty motor oils coming Dec. 1. As part of its product rollout, Chevron will be launching a new advisor service created to help customers select the best products for them by assessing their business needs, analyzing their current lubricant choices
August’s five truck trend takeaways
We know it’s not easy to keep up with everything that happens in the world of trucking. So here are the biggest stories from August focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place.
Autonomous truck technology is not a fad
This is the last time that I am going to compare data-driven autonomous truck technology to space-age warp-engaged Star Trek-esque vehicles. The fact of the matter is that autonomous truck technology like advanced safety systems have already boldly gone where no truck has gone before… and they keep moving forward. The recently unveiled 2016 Innovation
Zonar announces driver-to-dispatch, forms-based messaging app
Zonar Systems has announced ZForms, a forms-based messaging application that enables fleets to replace paper forms, share route dispatch assignments, gain efficiency and improve communication between dispatchers and drivers. ZForms is available for Zonar Ground Traffic Control and 2020 mobile communications tablet users. ZForms comes equipped with access to a library of commonly used message templates and
What’s trucking’s biggest equipment trend?
Without a doubt, the heavy-duty trucking industry took one of its biggest leaps forward in 2014 in terms of getting the latest equipment technologies into fleets and on the road. There was no shortage of efficiency solutions as truck OEs and suppliers showcased everything from downsped engines and integrated powertrains to aerodynamic packages and vehicle connectivity
Innovative Products of America highlights Heavy Ranger MUTT
The Heavy Ranger MUTT (Mobile Universal Trailer Tester) from Innovative Products of America is a portable and lightweight solution for testing lights and electric brakes. Compatible with seven-way round pin connection types, the Heavy Ranger MUTT is designed to simulate all electrical circuits while providing short protection on industry standard pin configurations. The water resistant,
MATS roundup
Missed this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with major announcements from the show floor.