Mitchell 1 Manager SE TruckEdition now includes online reports
The latest release of the Mitchell 1 Manager SE TruckEdition truck shop management software adds the capability to access select shop reports from the cloud. This feature allows users to view reports to check shop activity, in-progress status and performance remotely, wherever an internet browser is available to use. Mitchell 1 says its most popular
How to take advantage of truck data integrations
With so many data points streaming off of trucks, integrating that data to minimize your number of dashboards and maximize your data usage is key, but not something you want to do alone. The data integration process starts with talking with all of your equipment and service providers to bring them to the integration table,
Koffie, Samsara partner for fleet safety, insurance
Koffie Labs, a digital insurer, has partnered with Samsara and will offer Samsara’s platform as the exclusive telematics system for its insured motor carriers. Koffie says it will provide affordable, instant and fully digital policies to motor carriers, using Samsara’s connected fleet technology to bring actionable data and insights into underwriting and loss control. Samsara
Trailer telematics and the ‘smart’ trailer evolution
Trailers are in a unique position. No, I don’t mean behind the tractor (hey-O!). I’m talking about the current phase of the trailer telematics evolution. While trailer telematics has mostly revolved around GPS location tracking (and that’s still important), the amount of data that trailer components are generating—from wheel ends and tires to lighting and
Volvo Trucks’ Remote Programming Service touts unlimited parameter updates
With access to all Volvo Trucks parameter updates, customers can now optimize their vehicles’ operations without limitations. Parameter updates can be completed from virtually anywhere, noted Volvo Trucks North America. Customers can select from an extensive collection of individual and bundled vehicle parameter kits to establish controls, such as maximum road speed, cruise speed, idle
Ford Telematics expands into all makes, all models regardless of automaker
During the Work Truck Show 2021, held virtually, Ford announced that Ford Telematics will support all makes and models–regardless of automaker. With this expanded functionality, fleet managers will be able to analyze all of their fleet vehicles in one easy-to-use dashboard, including the ability to improve uptime, monitor performance and plan maintenance services, according to
The biggest cybersecurity threats your fleet faces (and what to do about them)
Fleets are connected. Trucks, fleet managers and drivers are all linked by technology streaming massive amounts of data over the air to your telematics dashboards and diagnostics repair software. With great connectivity comes increased vulnerability. Let’s make no bones about it: Cybersecurity needs to be taken seriously because the biggest weakness is people. Weak passwords,
The truck service impact of over-the-air engine updates
Operational data, diagnostic information—the cliche marketing line that the truck is a rolling cell phone is true, especially now that the data goes both ways. Over-the-air updates allow for a two-way digital dialogue between your trucks and the software service platform that supports them. Over-the-air (OTA for short) reprogramming lets you send an update to
When should trucking fleets prepare for the 3G sunset?
That knot in your stomach is already telling you the answer to that question, but I’ll confirm it: as soon as possible. But breathe easy fleet managers, there’s still time enough for you to put your plan for upgrading your telematics device hardware. The reason for the urgency is two-fold. First and most importantly, you
Podcast: Staged crashes, nuclear verdicts and the role of video telematics
One of the worst pieces of news you can hear as a fleet manager is that one of your trucks has been in a crash. First and foremost, there’s the driver’s safety to be concerned about, and even if they’re all right, there’s the high cost of repairs. But it doesn’t end there–now you have
Carrier Logistics upgrades Facts freight management system
Carrier Logistics Inc. (CLI) has announced details of its upgraded transportation and freight management system, Facts 11.4. “There are across the board enhancements to Facts encompassing all modules, and they all tell the same story,” said Ben Wiesen, president of CLI. “We continue to advance the solution we provide to LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) trucking companies while
TA Truck Service expands telematics capabilities by adding Spireon FleetLocate devices
Spireon and TravelCenters of America Inc. are collaborating to bring installation services for FleetLocate trailer telematics devices to TA Truck Service centers. Drivers can now have new trailer telematics solutions installed, or have existing ones upgraded, while visiting one of more than 250 TA Truck Service centers nationwide or when utilizing TA’s TechOn-Site mobile maintenance