BOULDER, CO. Navistar International Corp. unveiled “Vision 2025” on Aug. 6, a multi-faceted plan aimed at strengthening the company’s standing in the next decade and putting past struggles further in the rear-view mirror.
During a media briefi
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Report details paths to reduce truck idling
Fleets can significantly trim their idle times with an investment in the right combination of technologies, resulting not only in financial savings but higher driver retention and an improved “green” image.
Those were among the key findings of
IT for shippers in an e-commerce world
Rising e-commerce sales and the growing expectations of consumers for faster delivery options are pushing smaller retailers to rethink “how to compete effectively in this new world and are evaluating options outside of Amazon’s platform,” according t
As more software options become available, so do the potential risks
Editor’s note: This is the second part of an article looking at how cloud computing is changing the trucking industry. Read part one.
Like many trucking fleets at the time, Cargo Transporters did not have an information technologh (IT) staff wh
Turning to the cloud
Fleets navigate pitfalls as they leverage IT integrations to meet customer demands
FMCSA aims to add new flexibility for CDL testing
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is proposing allowing an applicant seeking a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to take general and specialized knowledge tests in a state other than his or her state of residence.
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Volvo, Samsung set alliance on batteries for electric trucks
Volvo Group and Samsung SDI said they have agreed to a strategic alliance aimed at accelerating the development and strengthening the long-term capabilities of electromobility.
The alliance covers joint development of battery packs specifically desi
Peloton outlines plan for platoons with driverless following truck
As company works on Level 4 technology for the future, CEO Switkes says fleets reporting strong fuel efficiency gains with existing PelotonPro system.
Peloton outlines plan for platoons with driverless following truck
As company works on Level 4 technology for the future, CEO Switkes says fleets reporting strong fuel efficiency gains with existing PlatoonPro system.
Despite slowdown in orders, Mack says market remains 'hot'
The Class 8 truck market remains “hot” and there are no indications of a significant downturn on the horizon despite a slowdown in orders this summer, according to Jonathan Randall, senior vice president of North American sales and mar