Changing for the better: How trailers are becoming safer
Being part of the transportation industry means putting safety above all else. It is the equipment manufacturer’s job when designing trucks and trailers to minimize the potential for serious consequences to both the truck and the other vehicles on the road in the event of a crash. With that in mind, many trailer manufacturers have
WABCO launches OnSide blind spot detection system
WABCO introduced the OnSide blind spot detection system for commercial trucks and trailers. The radar-based system alerts drivers of the presence of a moving vehicle in a truck’s blind spot and provides a side collision warning to reduce the risk of accidents. WABCO OnSide helps improve commercial vehicle safety by alerting drivers to the potential
The pros and cons of powder and liquid coatings
When asked about the differences between powder and liquid coatings, Bill Lemons, technical manager with AkzoNobel, ran down the details.
Nauto fleet safety video system added to Geotab Marketplace
The Nauto artificial intelligence-powered fleet safety video system has been added to the Geotab Marketplace. Geotab Marketplace customers can now access Nauto’s Driver Distraction detection abilities and other features directly within the Marketplace platform. Nauto is a data platform that the company says gives fleets the ability to improve safety and operations, save lives and reduce
CalAmp enhances CrashBoxx vehicle risk management system
CalAmp has announced the availability of new capabilities for its CrashBoxx vehicle risk management system. CalAmp says that these new enhancements will help fleet managers address unreported crashes, provide timely assistance to drivers involved in a crash and evolve policies to protect the well-being of drivers and minimize company liability. The two new CrashBoxx service options,
A technology solution for every fleet
What if a fleet management solution can help make your fleet more productive and more profitable for less money, regardless of your business size? Large fleets have several key concerns when it comes to running their business. Obviously, they want to offer their customers good response time. They want their drivers to have a good
Rand McNally introduces new GPS device, new ELD program
Rand McNally has announced the TND 740, the fifth generation of the company’s TND line of GPS devices. TND40 is built on a new proprietary platform that enables over-the-air updates as well as a host of new driver-focused features. A powered magnetic mount makes it simpler to take the device on and off the mount
Great Dane improves its rear impact guard
To make its trailers safer for truck-trailer drivers and those on the road with them, Great Dane has enhanced its rear impact guard to help make it safer during collisions. It was recently tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and passed the organization’s rigorous 30% offset test, Great Dane said. “This new
Fuso cabovers add Mobileye collision avoidance system
Mitsubishi Fuso has introduced Mobileye 6-Series collision avoidance systems in its FE and FG Series cabover 2017 model year trucks. The Mobileye system’s forward-looking camera acts as a “third eye” and can detect and warn of an imminent front-collision at any vehicle speed, with up to 2.7 seconds of advanced notice, according to the company. An
Driver iQ parent company rebrands, now known as Cisive
Driver iQ, providers of background screening and driver monitoring services to the trucking industry, has announced that its parent company, CARCO Group Inc., is changing its name to Cisive. Cisive will house the CARCO and Driver iQ brands and continue its mission to help clients identify fraud and reduce risk through innovative technology. The CARCO brand
