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Technology
Texas-based project would give freight trucks priority at red lights
Freight operators can connect via their telematics devices or via an app to send their GPS coordinates to the Freight Priority system, which can then extend a green light to allow the truck to move through traffic without stopping.
March 21, 2023
truck waiting at a stop light
Load bidding and contracts
Leaf Logistics launches Flex Fleets to reduce empty miles, improve driver turnover
Leaf applies machine learning to compare shipper demand against its network to establish patterns and club together volume to reduce rate volatility and save on shipping costs. With that data, Flex Fleets connects loads to reduce empty miles.
March 4, 2023
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Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity becomes bigger element in protecting cargo
Cargo theft is on the rise, and cyberattacks as a tactic are becoming more prevalent. Industry experts offer insights on how carriers can protect their data.
February 22, 2023
cyber attack malware
Asset tracking & management
Smaller fleets lagging behind in telematics adoption and missing out on an 'integral' part of fleet operations
Smaller fleets have been shying away from fleet telematics, but as Penske Transportation Solutions makes clear, Software as as Service makes telematics a more affordable option.
February 13, 2023
Prioritizing telematics data for tire management and more is becoming more of a focus for fleets large and small particularly as more truck and driver performance information becomes available.
CCJ Innovators
FirstFleet creates nextgen in-cab driver experience
Rather than deploy the standard driver workflow application from its ELD vendor, FristFleet created its own using the vendor’s software development kit.
February 1, 2023
FirstFleet trailers
Asset tracking & management
Cargo sensor technology helps carriers improve trailer utilization
Statistics show that carriers using cargo sensors experience an improvement in turnaround times for trailer assets – a much-needed benefit as average facility dwell times have increased by 7% since April.
December 21, 2022
Orbcomm cargo camera
Technology
Speed limiters don't have to be a black and white number
The E-SMART speed limiter uses proprietary advanced position systems technology to accurately locate vehicles and actively manage their maximum allowed speeds based on the posted speed limit of the road drivers are currently traveling.
December 6, 2022
E-SMART speed limiter
Technology
Ball dropping on Verizon's 3G network
As carriers scramble to make the switch to the 4G network, the shutdown has been a learning lesson for carriers as they consider future technology investments.
December 4, 2022
Swift truck with SkyBitz Kinnect trailer tracking device
CCJ Innovators
Marine drayage carrier improves efficiencies for drivers and customers at ports and inland terminals
IMC Companies takes the peel pile concept to the masses with SmartStacks. The new system greatly improves driver turn rates at terminals and reduces container dwell times and demurrage costs for its customers.
November 1, 2022
IMC trucks
Telematics
Clarience Technologies brand Road Ready introduces Fus1on platform to replace Fleetilla platforms
Fus1on is built to accept an infinite number of APIs, each running queries for specific data requested by the Fus1on platform, which helps Fus1ion quickly request, process and display data from multiple sources.
October 24, 2022
Fus1on platform
Technology
Polaris' tech division NorthStar Digital Solutions launches FR8Focus mobile app for LTL and TL markets
FR8Focus is designed to keep front-end tools simple for drivers to couple their daily activities with minimal efforts for administrative requirements.
October 24, 2022
FR8Focus mobile application
Telematics
Lytx to roll out new safe parking feature
The new feature uses idling data and GPS information to determine when a vehicle is stopped and to identify potential incidents of risky or dangerous parking.
October 21, 2022
Lytx Parked-Highway/Ramp
Business operations
Five Star Services launches with dispatch tool aimed at small carriers
The new subscription-based tool offers a simple, streamlined system to track and manage trucks, loads, drivers, carriers and the finance functions of the business in real time from an easy-to-read dashboard.
September 20, 2022
Five Star Dispatch
Asset tracking & management
XPO Connect delivers growth with a human touch
XPO Connect has reached over 800,000 downloads as it continues to draw more carriers and shippers together who are eager to take advantage of the digital platform's freight efficiency functions — but digital truck brokering isn't for everyone.
September 20, 2022
XPO Connect on a smart phone being held up in front of an XPO Logistics semi-truck
Technology
Trimble offers insight on Connect and Scale 2025 strategy at annual tech conference
The company’s focus during the event was empowering and enabling carriers, shippers and brokers to work better together via cloud connectivity to support more productivity and sustainability across the supply chain as a whole.
August 25, 2022
Engage Lane interface
Trip planning
Geofencing technology evolves to offer better insight, improve efficiencies
Efficiencies are important in a time of resource scarcity and higher prices, and Trimble Maps recently introduced updated geofencing technology to add precision in pinpointing commercial locations like warehouses to improve efficiency.
August 11, 2022
Trimble Maps Places Data
Technology
Tive releases new reusable temperature logging label
The cloud-enabled temperature logger can be used for first- and last-mile deliveries and warehouse operations, as well as over-the-road, rail, air and ocean cold chain management.
July 29, 2022
Tive Tag tracks cold-chain shipments.
Asset tracking & management
Use of cargo cameras is on the rise
Cargo cameras can help retroactively in the event of a theft, but their main benefit is visibility into operations, allowing carriers to increase capacity.
July 5, 2022
Spireon's cargo camera captures images inside a trailer.
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