A technology solution for every fleet
What if a fleet management solution can help make your fleet more productive and more profitable for less money, regardless of your business size? Large fleets have several key concerns when it comes to running their business. Obviously, they want to offer their customers good response time. They want their drivers to have a good
Coming together: To advance truck technology, integration is going beyond the components
The truck technology conversation has shifted. No longer are we asking if automated trucks are possible or even speculating as to when it will happen. The primary question being asked today is: “What are the advanced driver systems that need to be developed and proven to make automated trucks a reality?” Every OEM, supplier and
ARI releases Accident Dashboard
ARI has unveiled a new Accident Dashboard in its ARI insights portal, designed to allow fleet managers to easily see the impact accidents have had on a company’s bottom line and identify trends and patterns that might suggest additional training is needed or other changes should be made in order to prevent accidents. Available to
Chevin adds Event Engines tool to FleetWave software
Chevin has added a new Events Engine tool to the latest update of its FleetWave fleet and asset management software. According to Chevin the Events Engine tool allows operations to rapidly design and automate alerts, reminders and other messages that are sent to their workers, and helps streamline fleet communications by allowing users to build rules that
PeopleNet to offer 4G LTE network coverage for fleets
PeopleNet announced that it will begin offering fleets a connection to 4G Long-Term Evolution (LTE) networks through its PeopleNet ConnectedFleet platform. Through the ConnectedFleet platform, fleets can connect their drivers, devices and equipment in real time to improve efficiencies and increase safety, according to the company. With the introduction of LTE connectivity, PeopleNet customers
TMW Systems integrates TMW.Suite, TruckMate transportation management software with Geotab
TMW Systems has announced the integration of its TMW.Suite and TruckMate transportation management software solutions with Geotab. Users of either TMW platform will be able to more effectively manage and automate their dispatch operations, driver messaging and hours of service compliance, the company says. The new functionality is available to carriers using TruckMate 2014 SP1,
Volvo, Geotab partner to provide uptime services to older trucks
Through a partnership between Volvo Trucks North America and Geotab, owners of Volvo legacy vehicles with EPA 2010 or newer Volvo engines will be able to access the same suite of uptime services available for newer model Volvo trucks. “Our partnership with Geotab provides an exciting opportunity to bring the proven uptime benefits of our
Navistar announces OnCommand Connection Telematics, Marketplace
Navistar has announced OnCommand Connection Telematics, which includes hardware and applications in support of all makes and all models of Class 6 through 8 vehicles that are equipped with J1939 or J1708 diagnostic port. The OnCommand Connection Marketplace is an open-architecture, cloud-based technology platform for telematics solutions and a range of driver support tools. “Only
HaulHound introduces online platform and app
HaulHound, a tech startup seeking to eliminate billions of dollars in inefficiencies in the logistics industry, has launched a suite of features to its free online platform and mobile app for truck drivers and shippers. Features include instantaneous digital freight matching, and come after extensive user testing and feedback, the company says. According to HaulHound,
Rand McNally introduces new GPS device, new ELD program
Rand McNally has announced the TND 740, the fifth generation of the company’s TND line of GPS devices. TND40 is built on a new proprietary platform that enables over-the-air updates as well as a host of new driver-focused features. A powered magnetic mount makes it simpler to take the device on and off the mount
LoadExpress launches Freight Auction, Matching Marketplace
LoadExpress Inc., a web-based automation, transaction and management platform, is launching its Freight Auction and Matching Marketplace. LoadExpress enables owner-operators, small to medium fleets and shippers to manage their truck freight business. It is free to join and use for carriers. LoadExpress enables FMCSA-qualified carriers in its network to bid directly for shipments posted by
TruckX announces load scheduling app, ELD solution
TruckX, a new trucking technology company, announced the imminent release of a mobile app for drivers and an electronic logging device (ELD) solution. The TruckX app can be used for load scheduling and dispatching, GPS tracking and geofencing, HOS violation alerts and auditing. The app is free to install. Additionally, the benefits of its ELD
