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Pegasus TransTech signs new clients to Transflo Mobile+

MGR Freight System, Inc., Classic Carriers, and Page Transportation are the latest to join the company’s growing list of enterprise mobile customers.

December 15, 2015

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Bulk carrier Transpro Burgener installs fuel-saving PedalCoach app on mobile platform

Transpro Burgener is expanding its use of LinkeDrive’s PedalCoach application to fully integrated Android-based tablets.

December 15, 2015

The PedalCoach app shows drivers a fuel efficiency score at the end of every trip.

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Compliant ELDs won’t require web connectivity/telematics functionality

In what FMCSA said was an effort to reduce the costs associated with complying with the looming electronic logging device mandate, the agency removed the requirement that the devices have web connectivity or telematics functionality.

December 15, 2015

Bestpass surpasses $350 million in toll volume

Bestpass reached a couple of milestones in 2015 as a company, including processing more than $350 million in tolls.

December 14, 2015

The sharing economy: 5 ways to strike gold in trucking

Entrepreneurs and investors are eyeing opportunities to strike it rich by simplifying complex freight transactions.

December 14, 2015

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Trucking’s future won’t happen without trained techs

Every futurist I spoke with CCJ’s Trucking’s Future Now was bullish on the future of trucking: It will be a vital industry for the world of tomorrow. But that future won’t happen unless trucking, as a united industry, makes bold steps and forges new alliances with education and government to start training tomorrow’s technicians today.

December 11, 2015

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Mesilla Valley Transportation chooses SmartDrive video-based safety program

Mesilla Valley has seen improved performance in key areas that are predictive of collision frequency and severity.

December 10, 2015

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

Electronic logging device mandate set for publication, will take effect Dec. 2017

A federal rule to require truck operators to use electronic logging devices to keep records of duty status is slated to be published Friday. The rule will take effect in early December 2017.

December 10, 2015

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No time to negotiate: carriers, brokers use tech to move loads quickly

Many shippers and freight brokers already use load boards, websites, mobile apps and e-mail to obtain rates, tender loads and track freight from carriers. What these applications lack is the Uber-like experience of instant visibility to prices and an option to book loads.

December 9, 2015

LoadSmart gives shippers instant pricing for hundreds of thousands of lanes for immediate booking

PeopleNet, TMW Systems to hold joint user conference, Sept. 25-28

Both companies are owned by Trimble and are rebranding their traditional user education programs under a new event identity as “IN.SIGHT”

December 9, 2015

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Deadline nears for 2016 Women In Trucking award nomination

The deadline is approaching for nominations for the 2016 Women In Trucking “Distinguished Woman in Logistics” award (DWLA), which recognizes the achievements and leadership of outstanding individuals involved in the practice of logistics in North America.

December 8, 2015

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Omnitracs pledges $25k to Wreaths Across America

This is the sixth consecutive year that Omnitracs has participated in the cause, bringing the total amount of contributions to $150,000 since becoming involved in 2010.

December 8, 2015

Logistical Labs integrates pricing engine with SaaS Transportation’s TMS for 3PLs

SaaS Transportation, a software and consulting services company, and Logistical Labs, a cloud-based supply chain software provider, announced a partnership to integrate their complementary cloud-based supply chain software applications. This alliance will benefit mutual customers, the companies say, by allowing them to access their less-than-truckload rates alongside all truckload and intermodal rates in a single […]

December 8, 2015

Dossier Systems links telematics from GPS Insight to maintenance software

Dossier Systems added a new data provider for Dossier On-Board, a feature that provides odometer and diagnostic information transfer to its Dossier fleet maintenance management software.

December 4, 2015

Route4Me adds driver auto check-in feature for route planning

Route4Me recently announced that it has added an auto check-in feature for drivers to its cloud-based route sequencing and optimization platform.

December 4, 2015

Modern cruise control coming of age and what it means for your fleet and drivers

Cruise control has come a long way. Fleets today rely on modern interactive systems that maintain safe following distances and serve as the heart of modern integrated drivetrains, with engines and transmissions communicating and working seamlessly together to deliver the best possible fuel economy at all times.

December 3, 2015

By anticipating the terrain ahead using GPS, Predictive Cruise Control ensures that Paccar engines and the truck’s transmission are in the most efficient operating mode to increase fuel economy.

Omnitracs adds weigh station bypass service from Drivewyze

Omnitracs announced that its mobile computing platforms will now have the option of being equipped with Drivewyze PreClear Weigh Station Bypass services.

December 2, 2015

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ALK Maps adds new traffic, routing visualization overlays

ALK Technologies has added new map overlays to improve route planning and data insights in ALK Maps

December 1, 2015

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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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