Five truck trend takeaways from July
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 July focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place. 5. It’s summer, and the heat is the real killer of batteries If you want to avoid dealing with dead
What 4G LTE technology brings to digital trucking solutions
The most important thing it brings is the need for new hardware. The 3G sunset means that your trucks running older technology could likely lose connectivity toward the end of this year or beginning of 2022, depending on your provider. So hop over to our talk with KRP Rentals and Trucking to hear about a
Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation forecasts equipment investment growth
As businesses across the country continue to invest during the post-pandemic recovery, annual equipment and software investment growth of 13.3% is forecast for 2021. Annual U.S. GDP growth for 2021 is forecast at 6.1%, according to the latest release of the 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook from the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. Scott Thacker,
SKF global transportation business updates name to SKF Vehicle Aftermarket
SKF announced that it will now refer to its global transportation business unit as SKF Vehicle Aftermarket. The company says that the business unit, formally known as SKF Vehicle Service Market, will continue to offer premium wheel end components and other related parts and services to aftermarket distributors, installers and customers. To reflect the new
Orbcomm launches new satellite as an accessory for asset tracking devices
Orbcomm Inc. has launched a new satellite as an accessory offering, which adds two-way, global satellite connectivity to Orbcomm’s cellular asset tracking and monitoring devices, including new installs and currently fielded units, to create dual-mode capability for its transportation solutions. Orbcomm says its satellite as an accessory features a satellite modem integrated with an antenna
How the right driver workflow lets your drivers get to driving
Recording load and route data, checking in with dispatch, logging hours of service (HOS) (the FMCSA Final Rule change just took effect in September) … given the choice, drivers would rather be, well, driving.
Trimble adds new capabilities to Transportation Management Systems portfolio
During its 2020 virtual in.sight user conference and expo, Trimble announced new integrations and enhancements for its portfolio of Transportation Management System (TMS) solutions. Available for TMW.Suite, TruckMate and Innovative IES users, these features are designed to create efficiencies and streamline operations for carriers, brokers and third-party logistics (3PL) providers. Enhancements that span multiple Trimble
Continental releases EcoPlus HS3+ long haul steer tire
Continental has released the Conti EcoPlus HS3+, a steer/all-position tire intended for long haul or line haul applications, where vehicles travel 100,000 miles or more per year primarily on the highway. In field tests, it delivers 27% better mileage than its predecessor, the Conti EcoPlus HS3, the company shares. According to the company, features of
Citgo increases availability of Citgard at FleetPride Service Centers
Citgo is now the primary supplier of engine oil and other lubricants at all FleetPride Service Center locations across the country, the company announced. FleetPride’s Service Center has 44 locations spanning 25 states. From now through July 31, FleetPride Service Centers is offering a $279.99 full-service oil change special to customers when they choose Citgard products
SkyBitz releases flexible GPS tracking device for light, medium-duty trucks
SkyBitz has launched the SA2012, equipped with 4G LTE with 3G fallback, for the light-to-medium duty vehicle tracking market.
