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FuelOpps integrates with Qualcomm MCPs
Pittsburgh-based Propel IT, provider of the FuelOpps fuel efficiency application, announced a new collaboration with Qualcomm Inc. through which FuelOpps now integrates with Qualcomm’s Mobile Computing Platforms and leverages data from Qualcomm’s Performance Monitoring application to give fleet managers and drivers a more accurate and easy-to-use view of their fuel efficiency. FuelOpps also has an optional driver […]
July 13, 2012
Business
FAQs about EOBRs highlighted on FMCSA Website
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has highlighted on its Website a list of frequently asked questions regarding electronic onboard recorders following President Obama’s signing of highway legislation that mandates electronic logging devices. The list responds to questions regarding the safety benefits of EOBRs, FMCSA’s pending EOBR rulemaking, the economic impact of such a regulation […]
July 12, 2012
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The new Volvo VNL’s features and trim levels are available to examine interactively. Volvo Trucks has developed a new state-of-the-art online configurator exclusively for VNL models. The configurator provides detailed information on the features and benefits of each trim level and cab option, as well as a 360-degree view of the truck inside and out.
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TrakLok applauds highway bill’s hazmat mandate
TrakLok, manufacturer of a truck and container security device that combines physical security with real-time global monitoring and notification, announced its approval of the inclusion of a new hazardous materials assessment program in the federal surface authorization legislation Congress passed last week. “We must do more to ensure the safety and security of high-risk hazmat […]
July 12, 2012
Business
CoPilot Truck navigation app updated
ALK Technologies announced the release of the newest version of its CoPilot Truck GPS navigation app for professional drivers. ALK says the new version brings the latest truck-specific turn-by-turn guidance and routing technology to iPhones, iPads and Android-powered smartphones and tablets. New features, according to the company, include: • A sleek, new driver-friendly user interface; […]
July 12, 2012
Business
Treq-VMx touts mobile data terminal
Beijer Electronics’ Treq-VMx mobile data terminal includes cellular communications and is available in either a fixed-mount or removable version. The device features a 2G quad-band GSM/GPRS modem, an integrated GPS receiver and J1708/J1939 (CANbus) interface.
July 12, 2012
Business
i3G Corp readies i-tank remote monitoring system
i3G Corp has launched the i-tank remote tank monitoring system designed to help optimize the delivery of bulk liquids by monitoring and reporting precise liquid levels on remote storage tanks. “Our i-tank solution helps businesses refine their bulk liquid deliveries,” said Mike Barcum, chief executive officer of i3G. “By optimizing bulk deliveries, businesses can cut […]
July 12, 2012
Business
Online presentation helps truckers recognize, manage fatigue
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is now offering a free online presentation for truckers describing the signs, causes and effects of driver fatigue and some strategies to manage it. “SAFE-T: Sleep, Alertness and Fatigue Education for Truckers” is available at www.aasmnet.org/safet. The presentation also is on YouTube to share or embed. The 23-minute narrated […]
July 11, 2012
Business
U.S. Bank acquires TransCard’s Class 7-8 fuel card network
U.S. Bank, a provider of fuel card services for Class 1-6 cars and light trucks, announced that it is entering the large commercial truck market with the acquisition of TransCard’s Class 7-8 fuel card network, including the product technology and its nationwide acceptance network. TransCard developed the platform in partnership with U.S. Xpress, which will […]
July 10, 2012
Business
TCG names Neimer VP/sales
Transportation Costing Group, a provider of activity-based costing and profitability management solutions for truckload and less-than-truckload motor carriers, has named Niki Neimer vice president of sales. Neimer brings a decade of trucking industry sales experience in account management roles with ACS TripPak and TMW Innovative Computing Corporation to her most recent role working with fleets […]
July 10, 2012
Business
Covenant launches revamped Website
Covenant Transportation Group on Monday, July 9, announced the launch of its newly revamped Website at www.ctgcompanies.com designed to allow visitors to gain a comprehensive understanding of all subsidiaries and companies related to the holding company, in addition to providing pertinent investor information. Covenant, based in Chattanooga, Tenn., said the Website shows that it is […]
July 9, 2012
Business
Global Road Technology touts safer highways
Global Road Technology announced it is paving the way for safer roads throughout Australia, and internationally, with current projects stretching from North Queensland to Western Australia. The internationally operating company creates and maintains urban, rural and industrial roads. GRT says its technology solves road stabilization and dust control problems, and other operating challenges, with the […]
July 7, 2012
Business
Aljex offering free accounts to beta testers
Aljex Software – a provider of Internet-hosted operating software for brokers, carriers and third-party logistics providers – on Friday, July 6, announced it is offering free accounts to carriers and brokers willing to serve as beta testers for software improvements. The company is looking for a few companies that will be provided with Aljex accounts […]
July 6, 2012
Business
KEA Advisors adds to staff
KEA Advisors announced the hiring of three employees: Wendy Cornell, communications manager; Greg Fenn, professional adviser; and Joni Hernly, customer relationship manager. KEA Advisors says the staff expansion will enable the company to take its business model and services to the next level of productivity. Cornell has six years of executive administrative experience in the […]
July 5, 2012
Business
HP, UPS Store help customers print on the go
HP and The UPS Store franchise network announced that more than 4,300 The UPS Store locations nationwide are now a part of the HP ePrint Public Print Locations network, providing convenient on-the-go print services to the small office/home office market and consumers, as well as to corporate “road warriors.” Customers can geolocate the nearest The […]
July 5, 2012
Business
Accellos updates Workspace composite application framework
Accellos, a provider of supply chain execution software solutions, announced the latest version of AccellosOne Workspace, its composite application framework that provides the foundation for its current and future products. “The mid-market user continues to ask for the same thing – make my software simple and easy to use, allow me to provide access to […]
July 5, 2012
Business
Telvent to develop smart mobility management system
Telvent, a real-time IT solutions and information provider, announced that it has been awarded a project to develop the smart mobility management system in the city of Quito, Ecuador. The project, headed up by the Metropolitan Public Mobility and Public Works Co., is intended to solve the traffic problems facing the two million citizens in […]
July 5, 2012
Business
EOBRs staged to become law
The long-anticipated mandate for electronic onboard recording devices (EOBRs) took another — and perhaps final — step towards becoming reality. The U.S. House and Senate reached agreement on June 29 to pass a highway reauthorization bill. The bill directs the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to announce a new regulation to mandate the use of […]
July 3, 2012
Business
Xata names new general counsel
Xata Corporation, a provider of mobile compliance and fleet management software systems, has named Bruce McPheeters as the company’s general counsel. McPheeters most recently held the position of general counsel, corporate secretary and senior vice president at Lawson Software, Inc., based in Minneapolis and St. Paul, where for 12 years he was responsible for all legal matters […]
July 2, 2012
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