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Seth Clevenger

Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia

Seth Clevenger is managing editor of features at Transport Topics. He plans, writes and edits news features for Transport Topics’ weekly newspaper, supplemental publications and TTNews.com. 


Business, Logistics

‘Internet of Things’ Will Boost Value of Global Supply Chain by $1.9 Trillion, Report Predicts

The expansion of connected technology will generate $1.9 trillion in revenue gains and cost reductions for the global supply chain and logistics industry over the next decade, according to a new report published by logistics provider DHL and information technology firm Cisco.

April 20, 2015
Business

Marten Transport’s 1Q Profit Nearly Doubles

Marten Transport said first-quarter earnings nearly doubled from a year ago.

April 14, 2015
Business

Kriska Transportation Acquires Quebec-Based Carrier

Kriska Transportation Group has acquired JMF Transport, a carrier based in Valcourt, Quebec. Financial terms were not disclosed.

April 9, 2015
Business, Equipment, Autonomous

Volvo Trucks Offers Tridem Axle on VNX Heavy-Haul Model

Volvo Trucks said it is now offering its VNX 630 model with a tridem rear axle group to maximize traction and payload.

April 9, 2015
Business, Technology

Cummins Diagnostics Service Now Available With Omnitracs In-Cab Devices

Engine maker Cummins Inc.’s remote diagnostics application now is available to fleets using Omnitracs’ in-cab telematics devices, the companies said in a joint announcement.

April 8, 2015
Business, Technology

PeopleNet Expands OEM Partnerships, Appoints Managers for New Business Lines

PeopleNet has expanded its partnerships with truck and engine makers and recently appointed leaders for two of its new divisions as it continues to broaden its business beyond its core aftermarket offerings.

April 8, 2015
Business

Class 8 Orders Decline in March for First Time in 26 Months

New orders of Class 8 trucks slipped 9% in March, ending a streak of 25 straight months with year-over-year growth in order intake, ACT Research reported.

April 2, 2015
Special Coverage, Business

DTNA Says Planned 2015 Production for DT12 Transmission Already Filled

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Daimler Trucks North America CEO Martin Daum said demand for the manufacturer’s proprietary automated manual transmission has far exceeded its original expectations and has outstripped its current ability to produce it.

March 27, 2015
Special Coverage, Business

Bestpass Introduces New Transponder to Expand Tolling Network

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Bestpass Inc. introduced a new transponder to expand its toll-management network and streamline toll payment for fleets and drivers.

March 27, 2015
Special Coverage, Business

Volvo Trucks Expands Remote Diagnostics, Introduces 6x2 with Liftable Forward Axle

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Volvo Trucks is expanding its Remote Diagnostics platform to monitor its proprietary I-Shift automated manual transmission.

March 26, 2015