Merchants Fleet is developing a connected vehicle program designed to help businesses identify vehicles in need of maintenance, monitor driver behavior to improve safety, detect and mitigate fraud, and track vehicle location for scheduling and route optimization.
Paragon Software Systems has implemented its route optimization software on the Geotab Marketplace, combing the services of both companies into one system.
Sweden’s Volvo Group has developed electric concept trucks for construction and regional-distribution applications in Europe.
DHL Express has begun testing new, improved versions of the electric StreetScooter Work and Work L delivery trucks in Europe. A North American evaluation program is planned as well.
Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. is recalling the 2017 to 2020 NPR-HD; 2019 to 2020 NPR-XD; NQR; NRR; Chevrolet 4500HD; Chevrolet 4500XD; Chevrolet 5500HD; and Chevrolet 5500XD cabovers.
WEX Inc. has extended its fueling partnership with Houston-based Leasing Associates so the fleet management company can provide its customers with fuel cards supported by WEX, according to the company.
The patent filings reveal a method to integrate batteries into a body-on-frame “skateboard” chassis in multiple battery housings as opposed to a single large battery placement. Engine motors could power each wheel.
The popularity of Allison automatic transmissions in medium-duty trucks has led major truck maker, Hino, to declare that 65% of all new Hino 500 Series standard cab trucks are now ordered with Allison Automatics.
Michael Weiss joined the company as president, powertrain operations, reporting directly to Dayco’s chief executive officer, Joel Wiegert.
Daimler Trucks North America has made spec’ing the Freightliner M2 106 medium-duty truck even easier with a new online configurator tool
Onboard Dynamics announced the deployment of its GoFlo natural gas compressor to Serv-Wel Disposal and Recycling, allowing the waste hauler to refuel its trucks in its fleet yard — without any reliance on electricity.
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) will launch an updated version of the Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) test on Jan. 6, 2020.
The trucks' daytime running lights may not dim when the headlight switch is moved into the “on” position, reducing visibility and increasing likelihood of a collision.
An increase of social media posts about white vans being involved in kidnapping, sex trafficking, and selling body parts has sparked fears. While there is no evidence behind the claims, are traditional users of cargo and passenger vans — business owners and fleets — being disrupted?
Ram Truck was named winner of Popular Science magazine’s 2020 Best of What’s New award in the Auto category.
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