Transport TopicsCon-way Truckload said it is investing $2 million in safety technology for all of its new tractors in 2013.
August 5, 2013The National Transportation Safety Board is calling for all new vehicles to be equipped with connected vehicle technology that could allow them to automatically warn drivers about other vehicles at intersections.
July 30, 2013Amazon.com plans to hire about 5,000 workers for its distribution centers, the Associated Press reported Monday.
July 29, 2013Add On Systems said it has acquired driver recruiting software firm IEG Inc. and all of its software applications. Terms were not disclosed.
July 29, 2013Asset tracking firm SkyBitz said it has formed a sales partnership with commercial-vehicle accessory supplier Pana-Pacific.
July 26, 2013Roehl Transport said it will install drag-reducing aerodynamic “tails,” supplied by ATDynamics Inc., on 500 trailers.
July 23, 2013Corporate payment company Electronic Funds Source said Monday it has launched an upgraded interactive interface with McLeod Software’s dispatch software.
July 22, 2013EBE Technologies Inc., a transportation management and workflow company, said it has partnered with Truckop.com to streamline the truck-part ordering process.
July 17, 2013Omnitracs Inc. said its trailer-tracking system now has the capability to display additional trailer information on its in-cab display system.
July 16, 2013PeopleNet said it has integrated its GPS and mobile communication technologies with the Drivewyze PreClear electronic weigh station pre-clearance system and will be a reseller of the service.
July 8, 2013