Detroit Connect unveils new remote diagnostic portal, new telematics platform to launch in 2017
Detroit Connect has introduced new features for its Virtual Technician remote diagnostic system to further improve integration and communications. A new portal will provide Detroit Connect users additional information about overall fleet health, as well as enable them to take a deeper dive into specific fault events communicated via Virtual Technician. The portal, available on all Freightliner
Fleet profile: Plastic Express drives for efficiency today and tomorrow
Plastics are everywhere. From automotive to construction to simple packaging, plastic products are possessed of a ubiquity almost like no other. Nearly all of the plastic around you has, at some time, been on the back of a truck. Based out of City of Industry, Calif., Plastic Express is an operation that is an almost
It’s no accident: Collision mitigation adoption is gaining ground
Advanced safety systems continue to drive into fleets. With major fleets like UPS announcing that they are making collision mitigation systems a standard spec on all Class 8 models going forward, it’s only a matter of time before these safety systems become as commonplace as the seatbelt. The fact is that collision mitigation systems work.
Rassini receives Masters of Quality Award from Daimler
Rassini, a Mexican industrial company engaged in the design and manufacturing of suspension and brake components for the automotive industry, has received the 2014 Masters of Quality Award from Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). It is the highest award Daimler gives to its suppliers. Rassini provides front taper leaf springs and rear suspension airlink ‘Hockey Stick’ components used
Detroit Connect realigns product offerings, integrates with Zonar
Detroit Connect has announced that it is realigning its product offerings to reflect its integration with Zonar Systems Inc. Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), owners of Detroit Connect, recently invested in Zonar, and now that investment is manifesting itself in the company’s product line. Detroit Connect will transition the branding of its Visibility Fleet Software and On-Board Tablet
Daimler appoints new chief diversity officer
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has announced that Kelley Platt, president of Western Star Trucks, has been assigned the additional responsibility to serve as DTNA’s Chief Diversity Officer and member of the company’s Operating Committee effective August 1. According to Daimler, the primary purpose of the chief diversity officer’s position is to ensure alignment of
Class 8 used truck prices flat in May
ACT Research Co. released its State of the Industry report on US Class 8 truck sales and prices and found that volumes fell in May but were up over the year, while prices have remained flat. ACT, one of the foremost sources for new and used commercial vehicle (CV) industry data, market analysis and forecasting services
Eileen Frack named GM of human resources for DTNA
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced the appointment of Eileen Frack to the position of general manager of human resources. Frack, who formerly served the company as director of executive management development, will succeed David Carson who was appointed president and chief executive officer of Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. Additionally, Frack was named a member of
Nelson captures ‘Best of Show’ at Shell Rotella SuperRigs
Kiegan Nelson of Richfield, Wis., won Best of Show honors with his 1985 Peterbilt 359 and 2014 MAC trailer at the 33rd annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs competition, held June 11-13 at Retama Park in Selma, Texas. He was awarded $10,000 from Shell Rotella and $5,000 from MAC trailers. The winning truck also captured first place
In the driver’s seat
There has been a lot of talk about autonomous trucks of late. Note, please, that the talk has been about autonomous trucks and not driverless trucks. Had there been at any point—in no order of particular preference—a toaster oven or the collected works of Robert G. Ingersoll within reaching distance of the steering wheel this,
