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Paccar to deploy Platform Science telematics in Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks
Kenworth and Peterbilt customers will benefit from a new ecosystem of connected products from fleet management functionality and ELD capabilities to truck-specific navigation and third-party applications via the Platform Science Virtual Vehicle platform.
January 27, 2023
Drivewyze and Bestpass partner to offer new tool to help fleets manage toll costs
The toll trip report provides GPS-based data to help fleets investigate overcharges, violations and fraud.
January 9, 2023
Roadrunner updates app, adding productivity and visibility tools for drivers
Using GPS location and hours of service available, Haul Now allows drivers to find available loads at their desired terminal and filter by the number of miles they want to drive.
December 21, 2022
Survey: 56% of passenger car drivers feel unsafe beside trucks
The survey found that agressive driving behavior and cellphone usage are among passenger car drivers' top concerns when it comes to safety among fleets, and a majority thinks video-based safety systems can help.
December 14, 2022
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
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
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
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
New partnership helps Trimble users save on fuel costs
Also: Carrier Transicold offers new capabilities on its digital platform, and Eroad creates two new apps to increase convenience and productivity for drivers and fleet managers.
July 12, 2022
Samsara introduces new platform features at first user conference
Its newest features focus on transforming the worker experience to help companies not only retain drivers, but also to improve operational efficiencies and, ultimately, save money.
June 16, 2022
AI accuracy is critical in avoiding false alerts and alert fatigue
Opponents of technology in trucks say too many alerts can cause driver distraction and fatigue, ultimately rendering telematics not only useless but also harmful. However, AI technology has been shown to significantly reduce distracted driving events.
May 18, 2022
Fleets use smart compliance tech to improve efficiency
Fleets say the primary benefits of smart compliance technology are proactive maintenance, simplified roadside checks and HOS compliance, all of which can help reduce violations and increase uptimes.
May 16, 2022
Telematics help fleets reduce fuel costs
Fleets also experience safer drivers and better retention with telematics as fuel efficiency practices also promote safety, and fuel savings can allow fleets to increase driver pay.
May 10, 2022
How dashcam telematics is changing the face of driver training
Trucking companies are shifting their use of dashcams from recording footage of an accident to proactively training drivers with telematics solutions to prevent those accidents in the first place.
April 14, 2022
Navistar, Platform Science partner on telematics integration
The collaboration provides International Truck customers with access to a customizable platform with a goal to help fleets save time, money and effort by eliminating the need for aftermarket installations.
March 29, 2022
Telematics providers innovate trailer technology to improve uptime, driver retention
Knowing trailer location, cargo status and other trailer details is “critical to make sure we are as efficient as possible and getting maximum utilization,” said Brown Trucking President Michael Silverwood.
March 18, 2022
Two Canadian companies partner to provide aggregate view of tractor, trailer operations
The partnership aims to help commercial fleets boost productivity, improve asset utilization, reduce costs and improve services to customers.
March 15, 2022
Predictive analytics can improve customer service and operational efficiency
Most fleets now have access to data — lots and lots and lots of data.
March 8, 2022
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