Data Analysis Is Lowering Fleet Costs, Survey Shows
Over a quarter of large fleets said that data analysis is reducing operating costs by $4,000 annually per truck, according to a recent survey by Fleet Advantage. As many as 30% of the respondents lowered operating costs by at least $1,000 annually per …
Aveda Transportation slashes costs as oil prices remain low
CALGARY, Alta. — Aveda Transportation announced it is taking further cost-cutting measures and seeking a new president and CEO as it adjusts to a prolonged downturn in the oil and gas industry. The oilfield hauling services provider said in an…
McWilliams Moving to raise awareness of distracted driving
PETERBOROUGH, Ont. — McWilliams Moving and Storage says it’s “taking action against distraction” and will launch a distracted driving initiative Oct. 20. The company’s vehicles will be adorned with prominently placed anti-texting and driving decals, reminding motorists that “The safest…
Analyzing data can save $4K per truck each year, survey says
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Fleet Advantage announced the results of its latest survey where it took the pulse of how fleet executives are leveraging data and intelligence for their operations. The survey, which was taken by more than 700 transportation…
New feature available on Michelin truck dealer locator
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Michelin Americas Truck Tires has added a new feature on the Michelin truck dealer and service locator which allows fleets and owner/operators to locate Michelin Commercial Truck Dealers along their specific routes. “No matter where a truck…
RAM Mounts introduces IntelliSkin
SEATTLE, Wash. – RAM Mounting Systems has rolled out IntelliSkin – a protective case for Samsung mobile devices to help prevent damage in rugged commercial application environments. According to the company, the case features an integrated power connector compatible with…
MACK THROWS A PARTY
On Monday, I travelled to Hagerstown, Md., where Mack was celebrating the inauguration of a new axle line at its powertrain plant there. This was quite the party, with AC/DC blasting from the speakers at 10:30 in the morning and…
CURRENCY CONCERNS
Our own Surface Transportation Summit was held earlier this week and it attracted a record crowd of more than 400 people, representing some of Canada’s top shippers and carriers. Some even stayed for the last session of the day, which…
WHAT A CONVOY!
Oct. 5 I travelled to Woodstock to witness the Convoy for a Cure, organized by Joanne Mackenzie and her ever-growing team of helpful volunteers. What an event! What a nasty day! The wind was howling but it did not dampen…
DRIVING THE MERCEDES METRIS
Mercedes-Benz has a new cargo van, which it says has been right-sized for urban environments. The Metris, based on the European Vito, fills a gap in the marketplace. It’s a full-sized commercial van that’s garageable and maneuverable for urban environments,…