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Electronic Logging Use Jumps to 35%, Study Says
The number of carriers using electronic logging devices on all of their trucks jumped to 35% in February from 25% in May of last year, according to a new study from Transport Capital Partners.
March 28, 2013Justin Olsen, maintenance director at TCW, breaks down the hidden impact of poor trailer management on operations, compliance and safety.Ā
Rand McNally Announces Product Updates at MATS
LOUISVILLE, Ky. ā Rand McNally made several product announcements here, including the news that the latest version of its IntelliRoute TND 520 truck GPS device will be available for sale in May.
March 22, 2013Cummins to Reap Fuel Gains From āSuperTruckā Research
LOUISVILLE, Ky. ā Engine maker Cummins Inc. said it will introduce some of the fruits of its āSuperTruckā research in its upcoming models that will make them more fuel-efficient.
March 25, 2013FMCSA Urges Truckers to Use Proper GPS, Issues Recommendations for Picking Device
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration launched a campaign last week to warn truck drivers about the dangers of using navigation systems designed for smaller vehicles.
March 18, 2013Volvo to Partner With Telogis, Trimble to Offer Fleet Management Technology
NASHVILLE, Tenn. ā Volvo Trucks said it will collaborate with telematics providers Telogis and Trimble Navigation Ltd. in a move that could give rise to factory-installed fleet management technology in the heavy-duty truck market.
March 18, 2013Growing TMC Membership Is New Chairmanās Goal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. ā There is a drawing of the cartoon character Yosemite Sam hanging in Kirk Altrichterās office that says a lot about the man who is the new public face of American Trucking Associationās Technology & Maintenance Council.
March 18, 2013Cummins, Peterbilt Debut 10 MPG āSuperTruckā
Cummins Inc. and Peterbilt Motors Co. said they have developed a demonstrationĀ āSuperTruckā capable of averaging 10 miles per gallon in real-world conditions, a 54% increase in fuel economy.
March 14, 2013FMCSA Warns Truckers to Use Truck-Specific GPS
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has begun distributing cards to truck drivers warning them that using navigation GPS devices meant for smaller vehicles can be dangerous and could lead to trucks hitting low bridges.
March 11, 2013FMCSA Warns Truckers to Use Truck-Specific GPS
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has begun distributing cards to truck drivers warning them that usingĀ GPS navigationĀ devices meant for smaller vehicles can be dangerous and could lead to trucks hitting low bridges.
March 12, 2013XRS Corp. Appoints Reidy President, COO
XRS Corp. said Monday it has appointed Brendan Reidy its president andĀ chief operating officer, effective immediately.
March 11, 2013