SAN DIEGO — SkyBitz has introduced Kuantum, its next-generation trailer telematics system featuring an integrated cargo sensor and expanded capabilities to help fleets squeeze more utilization out of their trailers and intermodal containers.
October 25, 2022Business, Technology, Equipment
Skybitz Unveils Kuantum, Its Next-Generation Trailer Telematics Platform
Business, Technology, Autonomous
AVIA Taps Jeff Farrah as First Executive Director
The Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association announced the appointment of Jeff Farrah as the organization’s inaugural executive director.
October 25, 2022Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety
Experts Discuss Possible Future Risks for Truckers
SAN DIEGO — A panel of experts discussed the safety challenges and opportunities that exist for truckers out on the road today, including how emerging technologies both promise improvements but also raise questions.
October 25, 2022Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous
Lidar Sensor Price Plunge Leads to Orders From GM, Volkswagen
Lidar has been winning over more supporters in the automotive industry as prices rapidly decline. Developers are betting that once their sensors are cheap enough, it’ll be difficult to justify not using lidar in vehicles.
October 25, 2022Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel
Peterbilt Debuts SuperTruck II Concept at MCE
SAN DIEGO — Peterbilt Motors Co. unveiled its SuperTruck II high-efficiency concept vehicle for the first time in the exhibit hall at American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition.
October 25, 2022Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel
Panel Discusses the Future of Zero-Emission Trucks
SAN DIEGO — Cooperation among stakeholders will be necessary to help propel trucking industry adoption of battery-electric and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles, experts said.
October 24, 2022Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel
Volvo Unveils Total Cost of Ownership Tool for Electric Trucks
SAN DIEGO — Volvo Trucks North America introduced a tool to help motor carriers examine the financial considerations of adopting zero-emission vehicles.
October 24, 2022Business, Technology, Fuel
Hyzon Demonstrates Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Truck
SAN DIEGO — Hyzon Motors offered on-road demonstrations of its hydrogen fuel cell electric tractor here at American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition, giving attendees a hands-on experience with its zero-emission technology.
October 24, 2022Government, Business, Technology
Yellen Tempers Expectations for Major EV Tax-Credit Tweaks
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is throwing cold water on expectations that the agency will provide relief to foreign automakers lobbying against stringent limits on a popular electric vehicle tax credit.
October 24, 2022Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety
Paccar Recalls 76,490 Vehicles
Paccar Inc. announced a recall of 76,490 Peterbilt Motors Co. and Kenworth Truck Co. models citing the 15-inch digital display may freeze and not display critical safety information.
October 24, 2022