Denise RondiniBusinessTelematics becoming standard offering, study showsWhile vehicle OEMs traditionally have focused on their core competency of vehicle usage and vehicle analysis, this has placed them at a disadvantage to independent aftermarket telematics vendors, whose core competence is in transport operation, according to Frost & Sullivan. OEMs typically have limited client contact after selling the vehicle, but this is expected to […]March 9, 2012BusinessSmith Electric Vehicles unveils Newton Step VanSmith Electric Vehicles Corp. unveiled the Newton Step Van, an all-electric zero-emissions vehicle built on the Newton platform that features a walk-in body produced by Indiana-based Utilimaster. Smith announced the launch of the Newton Step Van in Indianapolis at the NTEA Work Truck Show. FedEx Express will be the first company to deploy the Newton […]March 6, 2012BusinessVolvo’s XE13 powertrain package earns TWNA Technical Achievement AwardThe Truck Writers of North America have recognized the Volvo XE13 powertrain package as the top technical achievement for 2011. The award presentation took place at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition. “It’s an incredible honor to be recognized by the Truck Writers of North America,” said Ron Huibers, president […]February 22, 2012BusinessBridgestone Bandag to discontinue sales of Dayton brand truck tiresBridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions announced that it will discontinue the sales of its Dayton brand truck and bus radial tire line effective Jan. 1, 2011. The announcement affects medium truck tire dealers and fleet customers in the United States only, and does not impact the sales or availability of Dayton brand light truck or passenger […]October 21, 2010BusinessFleet execs discuss cost, productivity challengesA panel of fleet executives talked about the changes they made to their operations during the recent recession, what they are doing today during the transition and what they see for the future in terms of the cost and productivity challenges they will face. Max Fuller, co-chairman of U.S. Xpress; Leo Suggs, chairman and chief […]August 26, 2010Page 1 of 1Top StoriesBusinessPort strike paused: Union back to work without new dealThe largest longshoremen’s union is back to work "effective immediately," following an agreement to return to the bargaining table into the new year.BusinessAffected carriers turn to contingency plans as port strike ensuesAutonomousCalifornia governor again spikes driverless truck banBusinessPort strike creates 'opportunities' for spot market carriersFeatured SponsorSee how we’re transforming our business, our mission, and our focus over to what matters most: our drivers.
