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Omnitracs hires Jim Gardner as marketing exec
Omnitracs, a provider of fleet management systems for transportation and logistics companies, announced the appointment of veteran marketing executive Jim Gardner as vice president of marketing.
November 24, 2014
Business
Why are trucks so cool in Europe? For better or worse, they’re fun
Be advised: If you can find something beneficial to your trucking operation from this video, do tell. Otherwise, don’t try to break this world record – 83’7” for a tractor-trailer leap – without adult supervision. Have a look at some behind-the-scenes snaps as well (although the accompanying commentary is entirely made up, and the author offers his apologies in advance to anyone who might be offended).
November 24, 2014
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Knight Transportation extends trailer tracking contract with I.D. Systems
I.D. Systems, a provider of wireless M2M asset management systems, has executed a one-year renewal contract valued at more than $900,000 with Knight Transportation, one of North America’s largest truckload carriers.
November 21, 2014
Business
The next big wave: how video and data will transform trucking
Transportation companies already have more data than they know what to do with. Fleet managers want systems that give optimal recommendations about what they can do right now to prevent the next accident and increase profit.
November 20, 2014
Business
New TDS database feature helps shippers, brokers find motor carriers by lane
Transportation Data Source (TDS), a provider of motor carrier information services, announced the release of Lane Search, a feature that TDS says is exclusive and designed to help shippers, brokerage and logistics companies speed freight transactions by locating qualified carriers within specific lanes
November 20, 2014
Business
DOT: Electronic logging device mandate rule expected Sept. 2015, action on speed limiters expected next month
A look at the latest DOT-projected status of rules to mandate electronic logging devices and speed limiters, as well as the Safety Fitness Determination rule, drug and alcohol clearinghouse and more.
November 17, 2014
Business
Virtual fuel coaching: new apps help fleets, drivers improve efficiency
New applications, and soon-to-be-released features, are designed to improve fuel efficiency by interfacing directly with drivers.
November 15, 2014
Business
Zonar recognized as one of Seattle’s top big data companies
Zonar, a Seattle-based supplier of fleet telematics, was named number two on a recent list of big data software companies published by The Puget Sound Business Journal.
November 14, 2014
Business
Rand McNally wins CES award for GPS, e-logging device pair
Rand McNally announced that its 7-inch truck GPS and Electronic Logging device pair has been named a CES Innovation Award Honoree for 2015.
November 14, 2014
Business
Harassment of drivers via e-logs not an issue, FMCSA concludes in study
Based on a survey of more than 600 drivers, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has concluded that carrier harassment of drivers — especially harassment caused due to use of electronic logging devices — is minimal.
November 13, 2014
Business
North Carolina adds Drivewyze bypass service
Drivewyze announced that Drivewyze PreClear bypass service has been added in North Carolina, making it the 30th state to offer the mobile-based weigh station bypass service.
November 10, 2014
Business
Orbcomm acquires SkyWave for $130M
Orbcomm, a global provider of machine-to-machine (M2M) systems, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SkyWave Mobile Communications, the largest M2M service provider on the Inmarsat global L-band satellite network, for $130 million.
November 10, 2014
Business
Load One flourishes by keeping drivers engaged with technology
John Elliott, CEO of Load One, presented a breakout session at the CCJ Fall Symposium on Nov. 6 about how to use online technologies to boost driver recruiting and retention.
November 7, 2014
Business
CCJ Fall Symposium speakers talk engaging drivers, upcoming regulations, roadside inspections, industry image and more
Inspections, driver productivity, regulatory outlook and updates on technology and equipment trends highlight CCJ’s Fall Symposium sessions. Here’s full coverage of the event and its topics.
November 6, 2014
Business
CCJ’s 2014 Fall Symposium starts today: Here’s how to follow live
CCJ’s annual Fall Symposium starts today, and sessions will be held during the next two days on minimizing roadside inspection violations, connecting with drivers via modern technology, working through an industry-wide technician shortage and improving driver productivity, along with 2015 outlooks for regulations and the economy.
November 6, 2014
Business
Coming Crunch, Part 2: Trucking’s technician shortage compounded by ever-evolving truck technology
As if things aren’t bad enough, today’s trucking industry finds itself on the cusp of another revolution – an exponential leap forward in terms of new technology that will power trucks. Over the next five years, new trucks will begin transforming into rolling computers, while many technicians today aren’t able to diagnose and work on current high-tech vehicle systems
November 5, 2014
Business
Omnitracs completes XRS acquisition
Omnitracs, a provider of fleet management systems to transportation and logistics companies, announced it has completed the acquisition of XRS Corporation for approximately $178 million.
November 3, 2014
Business
PeopleNet, ALK offer live tracking of the ‘People’s Tree’ from MN to DC.
PeopleNet, a Trimble company and provider of fleet mobility technology, is providing real-time tracking of the 2014 Capitol Christmas Tree’s cross-country journey to the Nation’s Capitol in conjunction with its sister company ALK.
October 31, 2014
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