Enhancements to IntelliStick’s engine oil monitoring system
IntelliStick said it has added real-time reporting of engine oil level using a patent-pending electronic oil level sensor to its line of oil condition monitoring systems for fleets, trucks, cars, boats, heavy equipment and other applications. In addition, each system will now include a durable multi-function gauge that can be mounted in-dash or in an accessory bracket above or below the dashboard.
PressurePro, RM Michaelides create CAN-bus/TPMS system
PressurePro has teamed up with RM Michaelides to develop the first CAN-bus Telematics system, complete with PressurePro’s real time tire pressure monitoring capabilities. The system is available with a variety of displays ranging from a 2-in. round in-dash display to a 6.5-in. full color display showing complete vehicle functions.
Valvoline guarantees truck fleets up to 4% better MPG
Valvoline, a marketer of fuel-efficient truck engine oils, lubricants and chemicals, is teaming up with tiwi, a provider of telematics and driver-mentoring systems, to launch a program to deliver better fleet fuel mileage, backed with an exclusive limited Fuel Proof Guarantee.
The guarantee covers a 120-day customer demonstration period and is being offered to fleet operators with a minimum enrollment of 30 trucks. The two companies work with fleet maintenance managers to establish baseline data using the tiwi onboard system.
Truck leasing traceability
Telematics options to full-service truck leases broaden fleet management capabilities
Value-added truck leasing
Leasing companies are quick to point out that a full-service lease helps fleets better control operations and costs. Most offer help with spec’ing and financing the right vehicle—and will include complete maintenance services. Some, like Penske Leasing, also offer to monitor changes and regulations from a variety of agencies to make sure your fleet is
Drive smart, not hard
According to the American Trucking Association’s Technology and Maintenance Council, an experienced driver, using the proper techniques, can save as much as 35 percent on fuel consumption compared to an untrained driver. Here’s what experienced, fuel conscious drivers do: Drive slower. Bridgestone recently conducted simulations with one truck and two different drivers and found a
Spec’ing for… Fuel efficiency: mapping and routing
Optimized routing using highly accurate and up-to-date mapping data may be seen by fleet managers as purely a tool for dispatchers, route planners and operations management personnel. In reality, however, effective advanced planning can also lead to fuel savings. “For trucking companies,” says Jonathon Husby, vice president of Automotive, Telematics and Transportation at Tele Atlas,
Focus on issues
In every industry publication these days, there is information related to EPA 2010 heavy-duty engine readiness
Meritor WABCO introduces SmartTrac stability control systems family with multi-function electronic control units
Meritor WABCO Vehicle Control Systems has introduced SmartTrac, a suite of anti-lock braking, automatic traction control and stability control systems for commercial vehicles. The system uses advanced electronic control units with enhanced capabilities to help North American truck operators with more options to meet their operational needs, the company stated.
TPMS technology evolves
Systems can monitor pressure, temperature, more