Other Omnitracs One announced during Outlook 2018 February 27, 2018 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Omnitracs announced a new product launch today, one it says combines the very best of all the company’s technology offerings. Kevin Haugh, chief product and strategy officer,…
Business Management Let’s step things up and be more social February 26, 2018 Social media is here to stay, and trucking companies would benefit if utilized properly
Mobile and IT Volvo says automation won’t displace drivers February 22, 2018 GREENSBORO, N.C. – Volvo Trucks North America (VTNA) says its work towards automation will focus on safety and the driver, and it has created videos to highlight its efforts in…
Mobile and IT Preparing for blockchain February 21, 2018 Instantaneous payments. The end of customer disputes. The elimination of paperwork. How blockchain technology can revolutionize trucking.
Mobile and IT Celadon Group releases enhanced tracking platform February 15, 2018 INDIANAPOLIS, IND – Celadon Group is calling on users of its load-tracking platform CelaTrac to test its latest update. The online real time shipment-tracking platform began open beta-testing this week…
Business Management Custom app helping Daimler manage spot deliveries January 30, 2018 PORTLAND, Ore. – Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) says a custom-built app has helped it and its carrier partners greatly improve the efficiency of transporting spot loads. The app was…
Software New Speedee software helps dispatchers January 22, 2018 VANCOUVER, B.C. – Speedee Transport has released a new software it says will maximize scheduling efficiency and minimize shipment. SpeedeeGo Trucking Dispatch comes with EDI integration capabilities, live GPS tracking,…
Mobile and IT Chinese firm buys Trucker Path January 2, 2018 BEIJING, China – Chinese firm Renren has announced it has agreed to buy 100% of Trucker Path, a social platform for the trucking industry in the U.S. and Canada. Renren…
Software Blackberry Radar now available to Pana-Pacific customers December 18, 2017 WATERLOO, Ont. – Blackberry Ltd. has partnered with Pana-Pacific to offer its asset tracking solution to more than 2,800 commercial dealers across North America. During the announcement, Philip Poulidis, senior…
Mobile and IT OOIDA outlines concerns about autonomous vehicles October 5, 2017 GRAIN VALLEY, Mo. – The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has outlined its concerns about autonomous vehicle technologies to lawmakers. Earlier this week, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science…
Mobile and IT Proposed app to aid tow industry practices September 27, 2017 TORONTO, Ont. – The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA), Ontario Recovery Group (ORG), and government officials have proposed the release of a web app-based electronic call system for incidents on 400…
Equipment Daimler addresses platooning, electric trucks at NACV opening September 25, 2017 ATLANTA, Ga. – Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is testing truck platooning on its Madras, Ore., test track as well as public highways. Freightliner trucks are testing platooning. The…
Equipment Volvo’s tech guru shares vision of the future September 19, 2017 Connectivity, electro-mobility, and automation will reshape transportation industry
Mobile and IT Canadian fleets honored by PeopleNet, TMW Systems August 15, 2017 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Several Canadian fleets were recognized as innovators by PeopleNet and TMW Systems, at their joint in.sight user conference. PeopleNet recognized Vitesse Transport, which has developed three systems…
Mobile and IT Drivewyze’s bypass service available in North Dakota August 15, 2017 EDMONTON, Alta. – Canadian trucking software company Drivewyze will be expanding its weigh station bypass service to North Dakota, marking the first time the program will be offered in the…
