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Verisk Analytics last week announced the launch of IRONwatch, a wireless tracking and recovery device for mobile heavy equipment with no monthly fees.

Pilot Flying J said it plans to offer Shorepower Technologies truck stop electrification products at five truck stops in California and one in Texas.

OnAsset Intelligence said it has enhanced its Vision Software product, a software-as-a-service offering that provides shippers with the location and condition of their freight.

With freight and revenue rebounding, some motor carrier executives are dusting off their checkbooks and making significant information technology purchases, fleet and technology company officials have said.

Despite a federal appellate court ruling tossing out a new mandate that would eventually have required all motor carriers to install electronic on-board recorders in their vehicles, several fleets said they would press forward with their plans to add the devices.

Jacobs Vehicle Systems said it has recently enhanced its engine braking technology to include engine decompression capability.

Plaintiffs in a suit against Eaton Corp. and major truck manufacturers claimed a victory after a federal judge turned aside defendants’ efforts to dismiss the case.

PTG Logistics has ordered 70 SmartWay Great Dane composite-plate trailers.

Umbian Inc. announced it has developed technology that enables trucking companies to monitor the use of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure devices used to treat sleep apnea.