Making things easier for fleets looking for telematics solutions
Life in the technological age can be confusing. With all the benefits that access to technology provides for us—and they are innumerable—the choices we have can be overwhelming. These infinite choices can make choosing a place to eat a daunting task, let alone choosing the right technology solution for your fleet. With this in mind,
The power behind proprietary powertrains
Adoption of proprietary integrated powertrains continues to climb, making up the majority of today’s Class 8 orders. At the launch of the Volvo VNR during ExpoCam, held in Montreal last month, Wade Long, director of product marketing for Volvo Trucks North America, said that demand for the Volvo engine makes up around 93% of orders
Using telematics to improve fleet utilization
While fleets have a vast and increasing amount of data at their disposal for making more informed equipment and maintenance choices, information only enables improvements in efficiency and productivity if it’s truly actionable and is presented in a context where it can be used effectively and strategically. “Only by leveraging the right technology can you
Hot topics: GHG regulations have fueled tire and wheel innovations
There are two hot topics right now related to fuel efficiency and wheel ends. The first: Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) have been given fuel economy coefficients in NHTSA’s and EPA’s Phase 2 of the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) regulations for commercial trucks and trailers. As you know, trailers covered by GHG Phase 2 will use
Paragon Software Systems highlights route planning software
Paragon Software Systems Inc. highlighted its route planning software, which the company says can help transportation planners harness data gathered to comply with the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate to drive greater operational efficiency. Reporting functionality available in Paragon’s route planning software can be used to analyze data, including Hours of Service (HoS) information, truck
Covering all bases: GM adds a Class 6 medium-duty model
With seven straight months of year-over-year market share gains through March of this year, GM’s commercial truck business has been growing steadily. Recently, Chevrolet announced it is expanding its range of trucks with a new dock-height Class 6 model. The 2018 Chevrolet Low Cab Forward 6500XD, expected to be available by the end of the
Verizon Telematics to offer ELD-ready bundles
Verizon Telematics announced the availability of ELD-ready bundles that address the needs of fleets requiring an ELD solution in advance of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA’s) Dec. 18 deadline. The Verizon Telematics ELD-ready bundles are designed to conform to certain technical specifications and serve as a one-stop shop for customers who need to
Air-Weigh introduces new generation of LoadMaxx Trailer Scale
Air-Weigh has introduced the newest generation of its LoadMaxx Trailer Scale. According to the company, the new scale combines the best of previous LoadMaxx and Quickload trailer scales into one trailer scale with two options: LoadMaxx base model, and LoadMaxx with ComLink. Features of the updated LoadMaxx scale include: an icon-based touch screen display; built-in LED
MacroPoint, Banyan Technology announce partnership
MacroPoint and Banyan Technology have announced a partnership to expand the MacroPoint platform to include LTL carriers utilizing Banyan Technology’s live carrier and API (application program interface) connectivity. MacroPoint’s cloud-based load monitoring and tracking software aggregates the location information from a cell phone, in-cab ELD/GPS device, or trailer and container tracking system to provide real-time load location
Samsung, Magellan partner on ELD compliance, truck navigation solutions
Magellan and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. have partnered to deliver commercial-grade truck navigation and Electronic Logging Device (ELD)-compliant Hours of Service tracking solutions to trucking businesses. With this agreement, Samsung mobile devices are a part of Magellan’s fleet management solutions portfolio. According to the companies, Magellan’s fleet solutions can be integrated and pre-loaded across a
