An indie dispatcher’s growing pains meet an owner-op in search of service after ‘every man for himself’ pandemic crunch
New York-based Jose Williams was forced to turn to load boards to keep the business profitable following the pandemic hitting. As a lot has returned, not so his trade show customers. To help manage, he turned to this new dispatch platform, with mixed r…
Proterra EV Charging Solutions Enable Full Fleet Electrification for Commercial Vehicles
Developed in partnership with Power Electronics, the new Proterra charging systems offer transit agencies and fleet operators a customizable vehicle charging solution.
Locomation Uses Automated Platoon for Food Bank Deliveries
Locomation recently tested its automated platooning technology in a project with government and turnpike officials to make a delivery run from Pennsylvania to Michigan.
Drivers, carriers differ on most important trucking issues
Truck drivers and the folks they drive for have differing views on the most important issues facing the American trucking industry today, according to the American Transportation Research Institute’s annual Top 10 Trucking Industry Issues survey. And, …
Q&A: Should I use diesel fuel additives in the winter?
Although fuel filters and water separators get routine checks year-round, as ambient temperatures begin to drop, the actual fuel in the tank requires more attention. Adequate preparation isn’t always straightforward because the quality of fuel and the …
Verizon Connect Launches Enhanced Driver-Facing Dashcam Solution
Verizon Connect has launched a new driver-facing dashcam to help mobile businesses improve visibility and provide fleet managers with additional context leading up to harsh driving events.
Traton, Hino Team up for Electric-Vehicle Development
Two global commercial vehicle makers, Germany’s Traton SE and Japan’s Hino Motors Ltd., have signed a joint venture agreement to develop electric commercial vehicles, both battery-electric and fuel-cell versions.
SkyBitz Kinnect Offers Increased Trailer, Cargo Visibility
SkyBitz Kinnect is a next generation GPS tracking solution that integrates sensor data from trailers and containers through one device, allowing customers to access asset data like cargo visibility and increase the ability to respond in real time.
Drivers, Parking, Insurance Top Issues of Concern for Trucking
The shortage of drivers remains the most pressing issue affecting the trucking industry, according to the American Transportation Research Institute’s annual survey.
Electrify America Launches B2B Charging Solutions
Electrify Commercial provides end-to-end charging solutions to help business customers achieve electrification goals and prepare for the future of mobility.