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New Surete device, app target distracted driving

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Florida-based vehicle technology maker Surete has launched a device and app combination product designed to eliminate distracted driving by preventing users from texting, emailing or using social media while behind the wheel.

How will data transform trucking and other industries?

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Nowadays in freight transportation circles it’s common to hear a lot of talk about how artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT) and (of course) the advent of driverless trucks will transform the process of hauling cargo from poi…

How will data transform trucking and other industries?

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Volvo Trucks shows off new VNR lineup

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MONTREAL. Volvo Trucks North America today unveiled its new Class 8 VNR lineup including day cab, 41″ sleeper and 61″ sleeper models. Here’s a look at the VNR lineup and a glimpse inside.

Volvo Trucks shows off new VNR lineup

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MONTREAL. Volvo Trucks North America today unveiled its new Class 8 VNR lineup including day cab, 41″ sleeper and 61″ sleeper models. Here’s a look at the VNR lineup and a glimpse inside.

Navistar reveals new Class 8 regional haul tractor

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International RH Series to be mated with OEM’s new 12.4-liter A26 engine.

Navistar is introducing a new regional haul Class 8 tractor this week: the International RH Series, which will be spec’d with the OEM’s new 12.4-liter A26 engine – unveiled back in March — as its standard power plant.