Data brings the joy back to driving
Capable drivers are the lifeblood of a fleet, and the race to recruit and retain them is fierce. Among large-fleet trucking companies, the quality of the driver experience that can be delivered has emerged as a significant differentiator. Operationally, fleets are constantly working to improve fleet efficiency in three areas: their fuel consumption and sourcing,
Ford to offer 2022 all-electric transit vehicle
The Ford Transit is going digital, with an all-electric version coming for the 2022 model year. The all-electric Transit is part of Ford’s more than $11.5 billion investment in electrification through 2022. Smart technology built in to the all-electric Transit helps to optimize fleet efficiency and reduce waste, as well as improve driver behavior by
TomTom, Bosch, Daimler collaborate on ADAS
Trucks use TomTom’s ADAS map and Bosch’s electronic horizon to automate driving functions on highways and, in Europe, on inter-urban roads.
Trucking trends of the decade
It’s been a decade of innovation, of technological advancements that have made their way into the trucks on the road today, and some that are only beginning to show what they can do.
FAQ: Answering your questions about Volvo Active Driver Assist 2.0
What are the basics of the system? What are its features? How does it all work? We address those questions and more here.
Continental expands eHorizon predictive driving technology
Continental has expanded its eHorizon predictive driving technology with its new Dynamic eHorizon. The latest generation of the electronic horizon optimizes the performance and safety in commercial vehicle applications based on real-time data related to traffic conditions.
Continental releases solid-state 3-D Flash LIDAR for commercial vehicles
Continental has developed and is shipping samples of its new and advanced automotive-grade solid-state LIDAR to the commercial vehicle market. The HFL110 3D Flash LIDAR enhances Continental’s existing ADAS sensor suite or radar and 2D color sensors for automated driving.
Bendix Wingman Fusion upgrade to offer new collision mitigation, steering capabilities
Forthcoming Bendix Wingman Fusion upgrades in hardware and software will power new collision mitigation and driver assistance features, including Traffic Jam Assist, Highway Assist, and Pedestrian/Cyclist Alerts, along with steering capabilities such as Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Centering. The new state-of-the-art components fully support SAE Level 2 driving functions, The new capabilities are expected
Peterbilt offers enhanced features with Bendix Wingman Fusion collision-mitigation system
Peterbilt Motors Company has enhanced capabilities and added new features for the next generation Bendix Wingman Fusion collision-mitigation system. The system comes standard on the company’s Model 579.
Trimble announces new software capabilities and enhancements
Trimble announced the launch of new capabilities for shippers, carriers and service providers that delivers connectivity to Trimble’s transportation applications and solutions at Trimble’s 2019 in.sight user conference and expo.
Production starts on Freightliner Cascadia with advanced safety features
Production of the Freightliner Cascadia with enhanced safety and aerodynamic features has begun, the company has announced.
