Volvo Trucks successfully demonstrates on-highway truck platooning in California
Volvo Trucks and Partners for Advanced Transportation Technology (PATH) at the University of California, Berkeley recently completed a successful demonstration of partially automated truck platooning, made possible by Cooperative Adaptive Cruise Control technology (CACC). Three Volvo VNL 670 model tractors hauled cargo containers at the Los Angeles Port complex and along Interstate 110, highlighting platooning technology’s
How fleets are gathering data for better asset management
To optimize assets, fleets need to know how their equipment and drivers are performing. The best way to garner that information is by capitalizing on information technology (IT) provided by onboard vehicle systems linked to in-house software. Maria Sotra, vice president of marketing for Geotab, notes the ways fleets can improve productivity and safety. “For
Anytrek introduces TrackLight GPS tracker
Anytrek Corp. announced the release of TrackLight, its new GPS tracker for the heavy-duty transport industry, which the company says was designed to look, fit and function the same as a standard 4-in. LED stop/turn/tail light, and was built to address and overcome the drawbacks with current tracking products. “TrackLight is the result of significant
GM Fleet adds Spireon to its telematics service provider roster
General Motors Fleet has added Spireon to its telematics service provider roster. Using the embedded OnStar 4G LTE hardware in the vehicles, Spireon will offer a customized version of its FleetLocate tool that will allow fleet operators to better manage their General Motors vehicles, beginning this May. Spireon’s FleetLocate joins a roster of GM Fleet business solutions
Now we’re talking: The heavy-duty aftermarket moves to build a new data standard
One of the biggest challenges facing the datafication of the trucking industry is getting everyone to speak the same language. The integration of complex technology systems is not unlike the integration trend you see within today’s powertrains. For systems to share data, they need to be able to understand each other. The same goes from
Geotab Marketplace adds three new heavy-duty solutions
Geotab has added new partner solutions geared toward heavy-duty fleets to the Geotab Marketplace: Pulsar Informatics, AssetLink and Advantage PressurePro. Advantage PressurePro PressurePro’s Tire Performance Management Solutions (TPMS) provide real-time tire performance data needed to increase fuel efficiency, decrease downtime, extend tire life, improve handling and braking, streamline maintenance and more, according to the company. With
Great Dane debuts smart trailer concept
Great Dane has introduced a new smart trailer concept that the company says will keep drivers and fleet managers informed about basic pre-trip inspection checks and alert notifications while on the road. The data monitored includes tire inflation, weight distribution, door sensors, lights, GPS location and more. Data from this system can be received through
Volvo Trucks introduces Remote Programming
Volvo Trucks North America has introduced Remote Programming, an over-the-air update system that works through powertrain software and parameter updates to increase truck uptime, reduce downtime costs and improve vehicle efficiency, the OEM explained. Remote Programming, which leverages Volvo’s factory-installed telematics hardware, allows Volvo customers to perform over-the-air powertrain software and parameter updates anywhere in the
Noregon launches JPRO Professional 2017 v1
Noregon has launched JPRO Professional 2017 V1, the latest version of its diagnostic tool for acquiring vehicle information and diagnostics. “This is the most feature-rich version of JPRO we have ever released,” said Noregon Chief Technology Officer Dave Covington. “We listened to customer feedback and focused on needs within the industry to continue to evolve the
PeopleNet, Noregon collaborate on predictive remote diagnostics
PeopleNet and Noregon are partnering up to deliver a new, real-time health and safety monitoring solution for all heavy-duty truck makes and models. The initial focus of the collaboration will be to deliver a PeopleNet fault intelligence solution, with integrated predictive analytics, as part of the ConnectedFleet platform. Noregon has been a PeopleNet technology partner
Omnitracs introduces routing, dispatching and compliance solution
Omnitracs, LLC announced the launch of its integrated routing, dispatching and compliance (RDC) solution. RDC combines routing, dispatching, trip management, proof of delivery, Hours of Service and Driver-Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) compliance. This offering is available on mobile devices for drivers and through a single management portal to fleet operators. Omnitracs said that many companies
Mack introduces Over the Air software updates
Mack Trucks has launched Mack Over The Air (OTA), enabling customers to update software remotely without disrupting their schedules. “Mack Over The Air represents the next step in Mack’s industry-leading approach to uptime,” said David Pardue, vice president of connected vehicles and uptime services for Mack Trucks. “Our customers can now make these updates whenever and
