McLeod introduces details of new release of LoadMaster, PowerBroker
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — McLeod Software Monday released version 19.1 of its LoadMaster Enterprise, LoadMaster LTL and PowerBroker software solutions. With the release of Version 19.1,
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J.J. Keller offering new video monitoring platform
NEENAH, Wis. — The new J.J. Keller Encompass Video Event Management and Dash Cam Pro are now available. Using artificial intelligence to detect and record
Small difference, big impact: Keeping track of tire pressure
ELYRIA, Ohio — Often in trucking, it takes just a small change to make a big impact. This is especially true in tire pressure, where
Germany opens first stretch of ‘electric highway’ for trucks
Way back in 1982, Eddy Grant encouraged us all to “rock down to Electric Avenue.” In more recent times, the trucking industry has increasingly set
Love’s offers free TirePass inspections, half-priced DOT inspections
OKLAHOMA CITY — Professional drivers can receive free TirePass inspections and half-priced DOT inspections from May 27-June 6 at Love’s Truck Tire Care and Speedco.
PrePass adds ALERTS to PrePass MOTION bypass app
PHOENIX —PrePass has rolled out enhancements to its PrePass MOTION bypass app. The addition of PrePass ALERTS gives truck drivers roadway safety notifications and is
Phillips introduces dual pole socket connection
SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif. — Phillips Industries has introduced the Dual Pole QCS2 Quick-Change Socket with what the company calls superior corrosion protection for dual
Dillon Logistics launches National Asphalt Day
BURR RIDGE, Ill. — Dillon Logistics, a provider of asphalt, chemical, dry bulk and oil field transportation, said it is launching National Asphalt Day on May
To prep for Roadcheck, Goodyear offering tire inspections, tire management services
AKRON, Ohio — To help trucks stay on the road during this year’s Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance International Roadcheck which starts on June 4, members
Kraft Heinz deploys all electric trucks in Ohio with Firefly, Orange EV
KANSAS CITY, Mo. and GROVEPORT, Ohio — Orange EV, Firefly Transportation Services, and The Kraft Heinz Co. Wednesday revealed the deployment of three Orange EV
Meritor enters into agreement to acquire AxleTech
TROY, Mich. — Meritor Inc. said May 7 it has entered into an agreement with an affiliate of The Carlyle Group, a global investment firm,
Peterbilt displays electric vehicle lineup at ACT Expo
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Peterbilt Motors Co. displayed its electric vehicle lineup recently at ACT Expo here. Peterbilt features a Model 220EV, a Model 520EV
Volvo LIGHTS project check presented at ACT Expo 2019
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Volvo Trucks North America has hosted the California Air Resources Board (CARB) as CARB presented a $44.8 million check to the
Penske opens high-speed charges at four California locations
READING, Pa. — Delivering on its commitment to develop electric vehicle charging infrastructure at its facilities, Penske Truck Leasing has opened commercial heavy-duty electric vehicle
Daimler CEO: Battery-electric powered vehicles solution to emissions-free transportation
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Roger Nielsen, president and CEO of Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), Wednesday declared battery-electric vehicles as the solution to achieve emissions-free
Kenworth Chillicothe plant initiates $140 million, 120,000 square foot addition
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Kenworth Truck Co. broke ground April 24 to officially begin the start of construction on a state-of-the-art $140 million, 120,000 square-foot paint
Volvo Trucks expands over-the-air offerings with new parameter updates
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Volvo Trucks’ newest series of parameter updates complements its newly-launched Parameter Plus subscription package, which allows for up to 50 parameter updates
Kenworth T680 with Toyota hydrogen fuel cell technology displayed at LA port
LOS ANGELES — The Kenworth T680 on-highway flagship was the featured Class 8 truck at a major, zero emissions trucking event that featured more than
Augmented reality game designed to attract next generation of techs
ORLANDO, Fla. — Design Interactive, providers of augmented and virtual reality-based fleet maintenance training solutions for the transportation industry, says it is providing a mobile
Pilot Flying J’s new mobile app hits the road
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Pilot Flying J has launched its new mobile app. With features specifically geared toward the professional driver as well as the auto