TireView TPMS kits by P.S.I. now available through Aurora Parts and Service Dealer Network
Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) has launched a Dealer Direct Ship Program for its TireView Tire Pressure Monitoring System and accessory components through the Aurora Parts and Service Dealer Network. TireView by P.S.I. offers tire management solutions for trucks, tractors, and trailers of all sizes and configurations, the company noted. TireView simplifies the pre-and post-trip inspections
ISAAC Instruments to partner with Quality Carriers on ELDs
ISAAC Instruments announced it has partnered with Quality Carriers to install ISAAC’s electronic logging device (ELD) and driver-centric fleet management solution across Quality’s entire fleet. More than 2,500 ISAAC devices will be installed in vehicles utilized by Quality Carriers’ company drivers, affiliate drivers and owner-operators by the end of 2022. ISAAC will be an innovative
Rightware releases Kanzi One all-in-one HMI tool
Rightware released Kanzi One, an automotive-grade HMI toolchain to be fully compatible with Android. The company says Kanzi One delivers 3D graphics and a new UI workflow. Rightware says its goal with Kanzi One is to inspire OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers with impressive rendering capabilities and a powerful 3D graphics engine, the deepest Android
Strategies for fleet managers to navigate the bumpy road ahead in 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic turned on its head the way people look at trucking fleets and drivers. The world finally saw them through the lens of front-line heroes making sure deliveries of critical supplies arrived at hospitals and grocery stores. And later, when the first vaccines became available, truck drivers made sure they arrived at the
How much closer are we to the 3G sunset?
We harped on it all last year: The 3G sunset is coming–and that means that there are still a staggering number of trucks with older telematics devices that need to be upgraded to 4G LTE units. Connecting with Peter Mitchell, senior vice president, general manager, Verizon Connect, an update on the network sunset was at
How telematics can give truck drivers better work-life balance
Addressing a proper work-life balance, recognition and opportunities for training are important in any industry for keeping employees satisfied. In trucking, fleet managers have access to some unique tools to keep tabs on these employee satisfaction levels. Many of these fleet management tools can be customized to collect data insights that adapt to the needs
Amazon Web Services announces AWS IoT FleetWise
Amazon Web Services, Inc. has announced AWS IoT FleetWise, a new service that the company says makes it easier and more cost-effective for automakers to collect, transform and transfer vehicle data to the cloud in near-real time. With AWS IoT FleetWise, automakers can collect and organize data in any format present in their vehicles (regardless
Orbcomm releases new global asset management solution
Orbcomm Inc. has launched a new asset management solution enabled by its new GT 1030 global LTE telematics device targeted for tracking and monitoring all types of assets used in the transportation, container and heavy equipment markets. Orbcomm says its next-gen solution is built to support mixed equipment fleets, delivering global cellular connectivity, cost-efficient SIM
Geotab Integrated Solution for Ford vehicles now compatible with Geotab Drive ELD app
Geotab Inc. has announced that vehicles equipped with Geotab Integrated Solution for Ford are now compatible with the company’s Geotab Drive electronic logging device (ELD) app, allowing drivers to record their Hours of Service (HOS) status and complete vehicle inspections from their tablet or smartphone. The news comes on the heels of Geotab Drive gaining
What Bridgestone plans to do to combat supply chain challenges
The past couple of years has been an exercise in adapting to a new normal. And while that may never actually feel normal, there’s little else we can do but work with what we got. In 2021, that means dealing with supply challenges and bad news: That’s going to continue into 2022. It’s normal now.
GPS Insight acquires FieldAware
GPS Insight, provider of software-as-a-service-based fleet management software and complementary solutions in the United States and Canada, announced the acquisition of FieldAware, a made-for-mobile, cloud-based field service solutions. The acquisition advances field services and fleet tracking capabilities for GPS Insight, allowing them to better serve customers of all sizes through a more robust and comprehensive
EROAD completes acquisition of Coretex
EROAD has closed the deal to acquire 100% of Coretex Limited following New Zealand Commerce Commission’s decision to grant clearance for the acquisition on Nov. 17, with the combined entity poised to increase its share in North America, which is leading growth in the global telematics market that is expected to register a CAGR of
