ATLANTA — The upcoming federal electronic logging device mandate will spur a dramatic increase in technology adoption next year, but implementation could be messy as many carriers continue to wait as long as possible before installing the devices, analysts and technology vendors said.
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Class 8 Sales Plunge 29.3%
U.S. retail sales of Class 8 trucks sank nearly 30% in October in a market beset by weak demand for freight hauling, cautious fleets and uncertainty about the incoming presidential administration’s regulatory approach, analysts said.
November 21, 2016Matt Silver, CEO of Cargado, discusses how AI, data and smarter platforms are reshaping cross-border shipping.
Bendix Spicer Passes Air Disc Brake Milestone
Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake announced its Bendix ADB22X air disc brake has surpassed the 1.5 million-unit production mark since it was introduced more than 10 years ago.
November 17, 2016Targeting Tire Pressure
Many fleets are using technology that monitors tire pressure or automatically adds air as a way to improve fuel efficiency, extend tire life and prevent expensive roadside service calls, but these systems also could play an important role in the industry’s efforts to curb emissions in the years ahead.
November 18, 2016Navistar Plans to Launch ELD in 2017
ATLANTA — Truck maker Navistar Inc. announced plans to offer its own electronic logging device next year as the federal mandate of the technology draws nearer.
November 16, 2016ELD Mandate to Boost Technology Adoption, but Surge in Demand Could Pose Challenges
ATLANTA — The upcoming federal mandate of electronic logging devices will spur a dramatic increase in technology adoption next year, but implementation could be messy as many carriers continue to wait as long as possible before installing the devices, analysts and technology vendors said.
November 16, 2016River-Roads Dealership Adds Wabash Van Trailers to Product Line
Trailer dealership River-Roads Sales & Leasing announced it added new dry van and refrigerated trailers from Wabash National Corp. to its product line.
November 16, 2016Cummins Rejects Allegations of Emissions Cheating with 6.7L Engine
Diesel engine manufacturer Cummins Inc. denied claims it intentionally programmed engines used in Dodge Ram heavy-duty pickup trucks to increase emissions levels beyond the regulated amount, as alleged in a lawsuit filed Nov. 14.
November 15, 2016Aperia Technologies Secures $16 Million in Additional Funding
Tire inflation systems provider Aperia Technologies announced the company has raised $16 million to fund expansion.
November 15, 2016Accuride Shareholders Approve Merger With Crestview Partners
Commercial wheel and wheel-end supplier Accuride Corp. reported that its shareholders approved the proposed merger with Crestview Partners, a New York-based private equity firm.
November 15, 2016