IMI celebrates 40 years, launches new branding, website
IMI is celebrating 40 successful years in business with the launch of its new branding and website. Since 1973, IMI has supported the trucking industry with products that solve common challenges for tire and wheel maintenance and safety. IMI’s refreshed brand is centered on the company’s mission of “delivering extra miles in extraordinary ways,” the
ATA endorses Vigillo’s Athena big data business intelligence platform
American Trucking Associations announced it is endorsing Vigillo’s Athena big data business intelligence platform as part of its ATA featured product program. “ATA has had a long and fruitful relationship with Vigillo, including its CSA Scorecard in our featured product program,” said ATA President and Chief Executive Officer Bill Graves, “and as data and analytics
Rand McNally releases comprehensive HOS, navigation updates
Rand McNally announced the release of a major new navigation and software update for its line of mobile fleet management devices, including the HD 100, TND 760 and TPC 7600. With the release, the devices will have access to a full map update and new navigation features, as well as supplementary hours of service rules
The UPS deployment strategy, plans to add propane-powered trucks
It would be an understatement to say that UPS has been fielding alternative fuel powered package delivery vehicles for a considerable amount of time. After all, the company’s first all-electric truck went into service in New York City—in 1934. Today, UPS remains an aggressive user of alternative fuel vehicles. It currently operates more than 3,150
Fuel economy and operating costs – Fuels and Lubes
First, let’s talk about Class 8 fuel economy. I can’t see gasoline replacing diesel fuel as the major fuel source because of the durability required of Class 8 engines. Gasoline engine development has made great strides recently, but diesel engines routinely go one million miles without rebuilds, and diesels yield about 25% better fuel economy
Labelmaster partnership offers MSDS to SDS conversion service in advance of OSHA Hazcom 2012/GHS deadline
Labelmaster has expanded its Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) HCS/GHS offering to include a MSDS to SDS conversion service. Petro-chemical, pharmaceutical, paints and coatings companies and others involved in chemical manufacturing, in addition to importers, distributors and employers, must comply with all OSHA GHSmodified provisions by June 1, 2015, as specified in 29 CFR
Frost & Sullivan honors PeopleNet
Based on its recent analysis of the medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle telematics market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes PeopleNet with the 2014 North America Frost & Sullivan Award for company of the year. Acknowledging the opportunities created by regulations mandating the use of telematics, PeopleNet rolled out a slew of market expansion measures such as
SAF-HOLLAND highlights SAF INTEGRAL air disc brake axle system with P89 wheel end package
SAF-HOLLAND, manufacturer of suspensions, fifth wheels and landing gear, highlighted its new SAF INTEGRAL air disc brake axle system with P89 wheel end package, ideal for SAF air suspension systems. Designed with the fleet in mind, the P89 is a durable, long-life system that is easily maintained, according to the company. The P89 accommodates up
Bolt, Leer partner to streamline fleet and commercial operations
According to the two companies, the union of Leer’s Deluxe Commercial truck caps (DCC) with Bolt’s rugged “one-key lock technology” are an ideal fit. Leer DCCs, which are custom built based on each customer’s specific business requirements, offer a wide range of options that includes various door styles, tool boxes, shelves, dividers, roof racks and lighting.
SmartTruck UT6Plus UnderTray System meets EPA SmartWay Elite criteria as single product
With the recently announced Elite level from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay program, trailers must be equipped with aerodynamic devices that provide at least a 9% improvement in fuel economy to qualify. SmartTruck’s UT6Plus aerodynamic product provides the fuel saving performance required by EPA SmartWay to deliver those results, making it the only
