XTRA Lease adds free tracking to long-term leased trailers
Now standard on newly-leased dry vans and late model reefers from XTRA Lease at no charge is a basic trailer tracking service. The service enables users to view current and historical trailer locations, drill into dormancy and utilization information, and receive reports on the latest location and dormancy data.
IT convergence transforming trucking
According to Jay Coughlan, chairman and chief executive officer, XRS Corp., “America urgently needs a healthy, safe trucking industry to help power the economic recovery. Every American relies on trucks. The industry transports in excess of 11 billion tons of freight annually. Now, the trucking industry finds itself at a critical juncture. The industry must improve its efficiency in order to remain competitive and profitable, plus attract a new generation of drivers while meeting increasingly rigorous federal safety requirements.”
Air suspensions explained: A fleet’s bottom line can benefit from trailer air suspensions
Trailer air suspensions offer fleets many benefits, including optimized fuel efficiency and tire life, superior cargo protection, improved ride characteristics and minimized wear and tear on trailer components. These advantages can be maximized with some basic knowledge concerning the ins and outs of air suspensions, along with a good understanding of maintenance practices. We asked several manufacturers of trailer air suspensions to weigh in on the subject, and their advice could save fleets a significant amount of time and money.
International Trucks enhances owner loyalty program
Navistar International Corporation has announced new benefits of International Advantage, the company’s owner loyalty program. Included are fleet management tools for small and mid-size fleets, 24/7 concierge service and exclusive offers on vehicles, parts and service.
PeopleNet solutions compliant with Hours-of-Service final rule
New proactive in-cab and back-office notifications, tools and functions are now part of PeopleNet fleet mobility solutions.
Training: An investment in efficiency
High on the value list of every good truck equipment manager are safety and efficiency. Fleets try to spec and operate their rolling equipment to be the safest and most fuel efficient possible, and they train their drivers to do the same. In like manner, safety and efficiency are important aspects of operations in well-run
Keep your lights on with IPA
The Towing Maintenance Kits available from IPA are designed to quickly test and clean connectors and terminals for cars and trucks, as well as agricultural, industrial, contracting, sporting and fleet connections.
Truck-Lite adds LED license lamp
Truck-Lite Co. expanded its Flex-Lite LED product line with the release of the LED 36 Series License Lamp. Two lamp options are available in the new LED 36 Series License Lamp design.
Summer heat means it’s time to check the batteries
Have you noticed the temperatures creeping up the thermometer? Summer heat causes more stress on a vehicle battery than cold winter temperatures.
Training: An investment in efficiency
Training technicians on the correct use of shop tools and equipment, from vehicle lifts to diagnostic tools, should be considered an investment—not an expense.