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Commercial freight transportation businesses rely on data, intelligence, and novel solutions for operational efficiency. Transport Topics technology coverage investigates available technologies, real-world applications of business solutions, and the strategies necessary for advancement. News topics focus on the latest applied science, and issues range from autonomous vehicle and robotics innovations to management software, tracking and transparency, data analytics, blockchain, and the internet of things.

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Bridgestone Campaign to Educate Fleets on Retreading Tires

ATLANTA — Bridgestone Americas is launching a campaign to help educate fleets about and dispel common myths regarding retreading tires, the company announced.

March 19, 2019
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Design Interactive Expands Virtual Reality Training to Mobile Devices

ATLANTA — Design Interactive announced that its Augmentor virtual and augmented reality technician training system is available for Apple and Android mobile devices.

March 19, 2019
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Telematics and Its Impact on Fleet Maintenance

Of all the costs associated with vehicle ownership, maintenance is probably the highest. The latest MiX Telematics white paper explains how to drastically reduce these maintenance costs by simply utilizing the reporting and automating capabilities of a full-featured telematics solution.

March 19, 2019
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Rush Unveils Online Shopping Tool for Parts

ATLANTA— Rush Enterprises unveiled RushCare Parts Connect, an online system for ordering parts, at American Trucking Associations’ 2019 Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting March 18.

March 18, 2019
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Aftermarket Industry Representatives Ask for Equal Access to Repair Data

ATLANTA — Equal access to vehicle repair data can help level the playing field with original equipment manufacturers, according to aftermarket industry representatives.

March 18, 2019
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TMC Council Asks for Input on Mirrorless Systems for Trucks

ATLANTA — The Technology & Maintenance Council’s Cab & Control Study Group is asking for input as the trucking industry begins exploring use of sensors, cameras and video monitors in lieu of mirrors on trucks.

March 18, 2019
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Aperia Adds Predictive Intelligence to Halo Product

ATLANTA — Aperia Technologies Inc. announced the rollout of Halo Connect, a connectivity platform that marks a shift to predictive tire maintenance.

March 18, 2019
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Omnitracs Executive Urges Carriers to Migrate to ELDs From Older E-Logs

ATLANTA — Tom Cuthbertson, vice president of regulatory affairs at Omnitracs, encouraged fleets to complete their transition from older systems to electronic logging devices.

March 18, 2019
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Component Supplier Hadley Introduces Lightweight Barrier Parts

ATLANTA — Vehicle component supplier Hadley on March 17 introduced a new line of lightweight, lower-cost thermoform barrier products, made of high density polyethylene.

March 18, 2019
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Michelin Introduces Agilis CrossClimate Tire for Light Trucks, Commercial Delivery Vans

ATLANTA — Michelin North America Inc. introduced an all-season, heavy-duty tire for light trucks and delivery vans geared to small business owners and commercial fleets.

March 18, 2019