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Isotrak releases ELD-compliant logging app

The new application has an intuitive, easy-to-use interface so drivers can focus on safety and their deliveries, the company says.

August 26, 2016

Panel: U.S. carriers increasingly opting for automated tech, advanced safety systems

Driverless trucks may not be around the corner, but automation and advanced safety technology still appears to be making itself at home in North American fleets. At least that was the message Thursday during the final segment of CCJ’s Market Movers at the Great American Trucking Show (GATS) in Dallas.

August 26, 2016

Panelists at CCJ Market Movers, held Aug. 25, included (from right) Donald Broughton, economist from Avondale Partners; David Parker, president of Covenant Transportation Group; and Alain Bedard, chairman and CEO of Transforce. The panel was moderated by CNBC anchor Morgan Brennan (left).

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Carriers, brokers using tech to improve bid response during 2016 freight recession

Bid packages from shippers can be time consuming with hundreds – and potentially thousands – of lanes to analyze and respond to with pricing.

August 25, 2016

With overcapacity in the market, Syfan Transport and many other carriers are receiving a larger volume of bid packages from shippers.

Omnitracs creates educational website for fleet technologies

Its new FleetScience.com digital hub showcases business best practices with a focus on how fleets are using both existing and developing technologies.

August 24, 2016

U.S. Bank creates single Voyager Fleet Card for class 1-8 vehicles; TravelCenters of America accepts

U.S. Bank announced a new single Voyager Fleet Card solution for fleets that have local and OTR operations and mixed vehicle classes.

August 24, 2016

U.S. Bank launched the Voyager Mobile app earlier this year. Fleet managers use it primarily to monitor drivers’ fuel buying decisions; drivers use it to choose their fueling locations

Superior Plus Energy Services equips fleet with True Fuel coaching device

A provider of home and business fuels, Superior Plus Energy Services has 300 vehicles with True Fuel to improve fuel economy.

August 22, 2016

ATA’s Rob Abbot to join Lytx, lead trucking team

Abbott replaces the retiring Rob Bartels, a longtime Lytx commercial and market development executive.

August 19, 2016

Making the most of e-log data: tech tools give fleets, drivers instant advice

One of the challenges of using e-logs is being able to predict when, where and how much time drivers will have available to plan load assignments.

August 19, 2016

The Roadnet routing software from Omnitracs identifies a possible service failure due to a driver running out of hours.

Continental tool aims to help fleets find compliant ELD

Continental has created a tool for fleet managers to use to help determine the equipment needed to be electronic logging device mandate-compliant.

August 17, 2016

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Omnitracs adds Critical Event Video option to its in-cab and mobile fleet management platforms

On Wednesday, Aug. 17, Omnitracs announced the release of an in-cab video solution Critical Event Video (CEV). High-quality video can be reviewed within minutes of triggered safety events.

August 17, 2016

Omnitracs CEV is fully integrated with the in-cab platform and uses a single data plan.

McLeod Software prepping for Sept. 18-20 user conference in San Antonio

The event will feature a trade show with exhibits from 60 of McLeod’s industry partners and three separate educational tracks.

August 16, 2016

The mobile network: using apps to stay connected with drivers

Recent developments in mobility give small transportation companies an economical way to deploy new functions quickly

August 15, 2016

PeopleNet’s Connected Driver app gives drivers a view of their current dispatch status.

O&G Industries equips fleet with SmartDrive video program

As part of the rollout, 45 of O&G’s concrete mixers will be equipped with SmartDrive 360, a system that integrates with its vehicles’ existing back-up cameras.

August 15, 2016

SmartDrive transmits critical video and event data to the office for review by fleet managers in near real time.

Truckloads app reaches 100k downloads for freight matching

Trucker Path announced that its transportation marketplace app, Truckloads, has reached 100,000 downloads. The app was publicly released in April 2016.

August 15, 2016

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KeepTruckin ELD certified with FMCSA, system meets all ELD mandate req’s, company says

Smartphone app-based electronic logging device provider KeepTruckin has announced its ELD system has been added to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s self-ceritifcation ELD registry, meaning the KeepTruckin ELD meets the device requirements spelled out in the DOT’s ELD mandate, the company says.

August 10, 2016

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PeopleNet and TMW set stage for joint user conference, Sept 25-28

Thousands of transportation professionals are expected to attend the in.sight user conference in Nashville on Sept. 25-28.

August 10, 2016

Celadon adds features to FleetWire mobile driver app

Celadon Trucking announced several new features have been added to its FleetWire mobile app to offer a better experience for drivers.

August 9, 2016

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Carbon Express owner says e-logs the ‘best thing to happen in trucking’

Steve Rush, president of Carbon Express, credits the use of e-logs for profitable growth and safety, as the technology has helped–or rather forced–management to find ways to improve the business.

August 9, 2016

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With the addition of FirstFleet, Werner is expected to grow its Dedicated revenues by approximately 50% and become North America's fifth-largest Dedicated carrier by power units. The transaction also increases Werner’s share in more resilient categories such as grocery and baked goods.

Werner acquiring FirstFleet for $245M

The acquisition reshapes Werner’s portfolio, shifting the weight of its Truckload Transportation Services (TTS) toward long-term, stable contractual business.

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Pilot Travel Centers set to deploy Tesla Semi chargers spanning 5 states

Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc. announced today that it will implement a Pacific Northwest Compliance Surcharge to help offset the rising regulatory and compliance costs associated with operating in Washington and Oregon.

Peninsula Truck Lines adding PNW compliance surcharge

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Court halts NYSTA surcharge on commercial trucking toll management service providers

Abilene will continue operating through Tuesday, January 27, the company said, maintaining its commitment to safe, reliable, and professional service as resources transition to Swift.

Abilene Motor Express folding into Swift Transportation

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