2015 TMC Annual Meeting

Special Coverage, Business

ASA Electronics Targets Distracted Driving With In-Cab Stereo

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — ASA Electronics has announced it is targeting distracted driving via its Jensen Heavy Duty brand that produces stereos for truck cabs.

February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business

Redline's 'PowerSmoke' Detects In-Cab Carbon Monoxide Threats

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Redline Detection said its HD PowerSmoke ensures the safety of truck and bus drivers by eliminating the threat of toxic carbon monoxide fumes entering the cabin.

February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Equipment

Cummins Plans April Production of Connected Diagnostics System

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Cummins Inc.'s Connected Diagnostics application that allows fleets to work with telematics providers will be in full production in April.

February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business

iGlobal Completes Integration with McLeod

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — iGlobal, which provides fleet management and in-cab document imaging systems, has completed integration of its mobile data terminals suite with McLeod Software.

February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Technology, Equipment

Bose Debuts Advancements in Its Ergonomic Truck Seats

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Bose, the manufacturer that applied its pioneering sound-blocking technology to block bumps and vibrations in truck seats, has announced upgrades to its seats, including a refined control system, improved ergonomic features and a built-in informational audio track that helps orient drivers to the new equipment.

February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Technology

SkyBitz, P.S.I. Collaborate on Tire Pressure Information Solution

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A remote asset-tracking and information-management service provider and a tire pressure systems firm have teamed up in what they’re calling a perfect marriage.

February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Equipment

Michelin Introduces Tire Care Monitoring Program for Fleets

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Michelin Americas Truck Tires Division has announced the launch of Tire Care, a fully digital, nationwide fleet tire-monitoring program that the tire maker says will help maximize uptime and control costs.

February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business

Dana Plans Web-Based Course to Help Fleets With ‘Downspeeding’

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Dana Holding Corp. is planning a new Web-based training and maintenance course aimed at keeping fleet technicians apprised of the changes in engine “downspeeding,” an increasingly prevalent strategy for boosting fuel efficiency.

February 16, 2015