Author: Fleet Owner Staff

The company says the move and expansion of its headquarters demonstrate WABCO’s commitment to North American commercial vehicle industry.

“We think it’s irresponsible to put young drivers behind the wheel of a truck in order to avoid addressing the real problems of high turnover.”

“By analyzing patterns in data on GPS, speed, engines, fuel consumption and more, commercial vehicle operations can improve safety.”

Company looks to better understand how blockchain can improve transparency and create greater efficiencies in transportation.

The e-truck is designed for urban distribution and refuse operations, among other applications. Volvo Trucks’ sister company Volvo Buses has sold more than 4,000 electrified buses since 2010.

Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) releases its 2018 Visibility Report, which draws from more than 20 sources, including five of the nation’s largest 3PLs, mid-sized brokers, and the logistics units of several top motor carriers.

The index jumped four points from the January reading and could improve still more through Q2, fueled by an even stronger economy.

Rates continued to rise sharply through the first week in April, which is not typical after the close of a fiscal quarter.

Orders in March topped 27,500 units.

Analysis by PLG Consulting predicts “inflationary times” ahead for the industry.