ZoomSafer Raises More Private Capital
ZoomSafer, a Reston, Va., company that makes software to prevent mobile-phone use by drivers behind the wheel, said it raised $1.1 million from White Birch Capital and SugarOak Holdings.
Ford Wants You to Know: They’re Not Back-tracking on EVs
A few days ago, I posted an article about some comments Bill Ford made at the ECO:nomics conference in California. Comments which, by some accounts, seemed to imply that Ford was pessimistic about the future of electric cars in the US. A few days …
Mobile communications
Enhancements were made to its TruckPC mobile communication system, a fully compliant electronic on-board recorder.
FMCSA asks for more CSA funds
The agency wants $78 million for CSA in fiscal 2012, much of that for 696 positions, 98 of which are new jobs to fully implement CSA.
Kirby inks $335M deal to acquire K-Sea Transportation
Kirby Corp. has signed an agreement to acquire K-Sea Transportation Partners LP in a cash and stock deal valued at $335 million.
Mobile computing system
ALK Technologies’ CoPilot Truck on-board GPS navigation solution will be the standard navigation application.
Hino’s new Classes 4 and 5 cabovers make big splash at Work Truck Show
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Hino’s new cabover Classes 4-5 models 155 and 195 – and hybrid-electric versions of the same – were introduced amid much fanfare at the recent Work Truck Show. [Full Story]
Tempcover Release iPhone App For Truckers
Leading Temporary Auto Insurance Company launches iPhone Application Aimed At Truckers And Van Drivers March 14, 2011 Tempcover, the auto insurance company specialising in temporary and short term van insurance, has announced the release an iPhone app …
EPA proposes deferring GHG permitting requirements for industries that use biomass
Following through on a January 2011 commitment, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to defer, for three years, Clean Air Act permitting requirements for carbon dioxide emissions from bioenergy and other biogenic sources. This addi…
Shut-off gladhands
The Shut-Off Gladhands for double trailers are designed to keep debris out of the air system with integrated shut-off valves and have dust flat seals and filter screens for added protection. Their zinc die-cast surface and a bulkhead mount protects against damages from magnesium chloride, road salts and chemicals. The gladhands are color-coded with the […]