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Wingman Fusion now standard on T680
Kenworth’s T680 on-highway tractors will now come standard with the Bendix Wingman Fusion advanced driver assistance system. The system combines radar, camera, foundation brakes, and SafetyDirect from Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, providing collis…
Paschall Truck Lines boosts driver pay
Effective June 29
PMTC seminar series heads west
CALGARY, Alta. – The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) will be heading west as part of its regional seminar series, with a stop in Calgary Sept. 12. The half-day conference will address several industry topics featuring representatives from&…
Cell signals getting a boost
Can you hear me now? You should be able to with Wilson Electronics’ weBoost Drive 4G-X Fleet, a device that will boost a fleet’s cell signals by up to 32 times over what would otherwise be available. The Drive 4G-X…
FreightPOP covers full pop for software
FreightPOP has unveiled a free version of its transportation management solution (TMS) software to support parcel, LTL, TL, intermodal, international air and ocean freight shipments – connecting to an unlimited number of carriers. The software supports…
Webb drum running cooler
Webb’s latest brake drum has incorporated the company’s Cool Running Technology that maximizes airflow into the wheel end, better managing heat in the process. Officially known as the 56864B brake drum, it runs 10% cooler and lasts 10% longer in……
Noregon JPRO updated again
Noregon has once again updated its JPRO Professional in-shop diagnostic and repair software, offering some added guidance for users. The new Repair Mentor feature now displays all current issues on a vehicle, alerts high-priority issues, and helps user…
Rising European truck rates show no sign of abetting
Above-trend GDP growth is boosting the continent’s commerce, and that’s triggered a steady uptrend in trucking rates, amid tighter capacity — a trend shippers should expect through 2018. Rail is benefiting from some spillover transportation wor…
FMCSA declines to define ‘personal conveyance’ but knows it when it sees it
A U.S. Supreme Court Justice declined to define “pornography”, instead noting, “But I know it when we see it”. This appears to the FMCSA’s approach to “personal conveyance” in their guidance. Important clarification includes movement when laden, when H…