Market Analysts Say Trucking Capacity Has Peaked
The trucking industry, and the supply chain as a whole, are in an upcycle, but analysts suspect that the industry has reached its peak.
The trucking industry, and the supply chain as a whole, are in an upcycle, but analysts suspect that the industry has reached its peak.
The Department of Energy's SuperTruck 3 program will provide funding for research and development of electric and fuel-cell trucks, including a broader range of vehicles than the tractor-trailers in the first two programs.
Amply Power, Unique Electric Solutions will repower internal combustion engine vehicles with electric powertrains. They will also provide charge management services, a bi-directional charging system, and local utility coordination.
In 2018, distracted driving contributed to 2,841 deaths and 938,000 accidents, according to data from the U.S. Department of Transportation and NHTSA.
The Driver Assist ADAS Quick Link feature displays the information techs need to diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced driver assistance systems.
Available in capacities from 8,000 to 14,600 lbs., Steertek NXT is approved for on-highway and medium duty truck bus and motor home applications.
Ford’s BlueCruise system is an SAE Level 2 driver-assist technology similar to Tesla Autopilot. Yet unlike AutoPilot, Ford’s Hands-Free Mode does not require a driver’s hands to stay in contact with the steering wheel, unless prompted by vehicle alerts.
A free Webinar, produced by Automotive Fleet, will be held on Monday, April 19, 2021, discussing how to harmonize global fleet policies, how to standardize safety programs and technology, and best practices in establishing global fleet management governance.
Food service logistics supplier Quality Custom Distribution will deploy 14 Volvo VNR Electric models in its Southern California last-mile delivery routes over the next two years.
GPS Insight is now the telematics solution partner for the Amerisure FleetAlliance program following the results of a two-year safety study.
Continental was founded in Hannover, Germany, in 1871. Today, Continental has nearly 15,000 employees in the United States.
Betts Co. has acquired Rite-Way Axles and Suspension, which offers driveline capabilities and will be an area of product expansion for Betts in Southern California.
Donaldson announced its Filter Minder Connect is now available for monitoring fuel filters and engine oil condition on heavy-duty engines.
Caswell has been with the company for four years as chief technology officer, shaping and evolving Zubie’s software platform to become one of the industry’s leading fleet management providers.
The National Safety Council calls on federal leadership to reduce deaths in vehicle crashes.
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