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BusinessTechnologySafety

Fleets Turn to In-Cab Driver Coaching to Boost Safety Through Instant Feedback

With the latest advances in onboard video and artificial intelligence, more fleets are implementing in-cab driver coaching to help reinforce safe driving habits, prevent crashes and enhance drivers’ overall performance.

July 25, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Trucking Companies Find Best Practices in Transportation Management Software

To optimize, automate. That’s the long-standing message from users and vendors when they talk about realizing a return on investment for transportation management systems (TMS).

March 29, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

How Fleets Are Winning the Race to Hire Drivers

Motor carriers are implementing technologies designed to streamline the online recruiting and onboarding process so they can keep in touch with qualified drivers and ultimately hire more of them.

March 4, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Routine Maintenance Keeps HVAC Units Humming

Most experts say that detecting and dealing with refrigerant leaks is the biggest challenge in regular maintenance of air conditioning systems on Class 8 tractors. For that reason, regular maintenance on the systems is critical.

January 28, 2022
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Technology Helps Manage Spot Market

Technological solutions are increasingly helping shippers and carriers manage a boisterous business climate in which spot freight plays a prominent role.

November 2, 2021
TechnologyEquipmentSafety

How Drivers Are Using Mobile Apps to Make Life on the Road Easier

Today’s professional truck drivers are using mobile apps to help manage many facets of work and life on the road.

February 19, 2021
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety

ELD Vendors Update Software to Match Modified HOS Rules

Before the federal government’s revised hours-of-service rules went into effect Sept. 29, suppliers of electronic logging devices were busy updating their software.

November 3, 2020
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Refrigerated Carriers Finding Value With Electric-Powered Reefer Units

The use of electric power to refrigerate trailers is expected to surge in the coming years, according to some manufacturers and fleet operators.

October 9, 2020
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Brake Suppliers Invest in Sensing Technology

Integrating braking systems with sensors and telematics can enable more timely maintenance, reduce unplanned downtime and optimize component life while supporting “brake health.â€

August 3, 2020
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Fleets Push Forward With Tech Investment Despite Pandemic, Economic Uncertainty

Despite facing business challenges and economic uncertainty, some trucking companies have continued to move forward with technology investments during the COVID-19 outbreak.

July 6, 2020