Software Motive, Platform Science team up to serve FirstFleet October 16, 2023 Integrated fleet operations platform Motive and fleet technology provider Platform Science have joined forces to serve carrier FirstFleet. FirstFleet is bringing together Motive’s AI dashcam and Platform Science’s Virtual Vehicle…
Software Teletrac Navman rolls out AI-based TN360 Transport October 16, 2023 Connected mobility platform provider Teletrac Navman unveiled TN360 Transport – an AI based integrated solution. The platform offers features designed to streamline operations, enhance safety, ensure…
Other Dragonfly Energy introduces all-electric APU October 16, 2023 Deep cycle lithium-ion battery supplier Dragonfly Energy has introduced the Battle Born All-Electric APU (auxiliary power unit). The lithium-ion battery system provides ample wattage to run…
Software Lytx unveils weather hazard alerts October 16, 2023 Video safety and video telematics provider Lytx rolled out its weather hazard alerts, available to all clients as a project within the Lytx Lab tab in…
Business Management Motive’s Holiday Outlook Report forecasts continued challenges for carriers October 15, 2023 Motive’s first ever Holiday Outlook Report paints a fairly grim picture of the trucking conditions, as higher fuel prices and soft freight squeeze truckers. Presenting the report at a press…
Equipment Volvo’s SuperTruck 2 exceeds efficiency targets October 10, 2023 Volvo Trucks has revealed its SuperTruck 2 project exceeded the freight efficiency goals it established, thanks to aerodynamics and advanced engineering. The SuperTruck 2 program is funded in part by…
Software Nexiq releases new eTechnician version October 5, 2023 Nexiq Technologies has released eTechnician 2.9, enabling the PC-based offering to provide bidirectional diagnostic support for Detroit Diesel engines through Model Year 2024. “In addition to…
Technology Kodiak, Maersk making deliveries via autonomous trucking lane October 5, 2023 Maersk and Kodiak Robotics have partnered to autonomously haul goods 24 hours a day, four days a week on an autonomous lane between Houston, Texas, and Oklahoma City. They claim…
Video Orbcomm releases ‘smart’ two-way dashcam October 3, 2023 Orbcomm is now offering service fleets the option of smart road- and driver-facing high-definition dashcams that feature night vision. The FM 6510 is well suited for fleets involved in home…
Equipment Diesel Technology Forum rebrands, expands mission October 3, 2023 The Diesel Technology Forum has rebranded as the Engine Technology Forum (ETF), with an expanded mission covering overall options available to meet the industry’s energy, environmental and economic goals. “Internal…
Business Management Cross dock efficiency comes with technology and touchpoints October 2, 2023 Delivering freight from Point A to Point B is challenging at the best of times, but it can be evermore complex when cargo needs to be shifted from one trailer…
Sustainability eLeapPower integrates EV charging components to reduce costs for OEMs, fleets September 28, 2023 A Toronto company is helping electric truck OEMs reduce the cost and complexity of battery systems, while also developing wireless charging ideal for fleet vehicles parked at docks or in…
Trailers, Trucks Thermo King introduces premium telematics offering with machine learning September 28, 2023 Thermo King has launched its TracKing Pro Telematics offering, which it bills as a premium digital offering incorporating machine learning to estimate fuel usage and increase…
Infrastructure PepsiCo introducing a sustainable generation of trucks September 27, 2023 The original Pepsi Challenge marked the height of the cola wars, as the beverage maker invited consumers to participate in blind taste tests. But the goal of sustainable transportation may…
Technology Dexterity AI, FedEx test trailer-loading robots September 27, 2023 FedEx is testing robotic technology to load boxes into trailers and trucks in collaboration with Dexterity AI. At a joint event Tuesday, Unlock the Dock, the companies unveiled the two-armed…
