ATLANTA — Daimler Trucks North America introduced a dynamic lease program that uses connected-vehicle technology to enable a “pay-as-you-drive” financing option.
Author: Seth Clevenger
ZF Announces OEM Launches for Automated Steering, New Transmission
ATLANTA — Component supplier ZF Group announced that its active steering technology and new automatic transmission soon will become available in North America.
Trucking Takes on Emerging Challenges
SAN DIEGO — Trucking leaders discussed how potential changes to federal regulations and international trade policy may soon affect the industry during American Trucking Associations’ 86th annual Management Conference & Exhibition, held from Oct. 5-8.
Spireon Outlines Vision for Intelligent Trailer Management
SAN DIEGO — Asset-tracking provider Spireon has introduced Intelligent Trailer Management, the company’s next-generation portfolio of products and services.
Luke Bryan, Maddie & Tae Entertain Trucking Execs at Freightliner Dinner
SAN DIEGO — Country music superstar Luke Bryan and award-winning duo Maddie & Tae were the surprise entertainment at the 2019 Freightliner Trucks customer appreciation event.
Luke Bryan, Maddie & Tae Entertain Trucking Execs at Freightliner Dinner
SAN DIEGO — Country music superstar Luke Bryan and award-winning duo Maddie & Tae were the surprise entertainment at the 2019 Freightliner Trucks customer appreciation event.
Mack Introduces Extended Chassis Fairing, Integrated ELD Option
SAN DIEGO — Mack Trucks has introduced an extended chassis fairing option for its Mack Anthem models to enhance fuel economy through improved aerodynamics.
SkyBitz, Omnitracs Form Fleet Telematics Partnership
SAN DIEGO — Trailer-tracking provider SkyBitz and in-cab technology supplier Omnitracs have formed a partnership to offer expanded fleet management services to joint customers, the companies announced Oct. 7 at American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition.
Volvo Partners With Geotab to Offer Integrated ELD
SAN DIEGO — Volvo Trucks highlighted its investments in connected vehicle technology and introduced a fully integrated electronic logging device for its trucks through a partnership with telematics firm Geotab.
Training Key for Smooth Transition From AOBRDs to ELDs
SAN DIEGO — As the trucking industry completes its transition from automatic onboard recording devices to federally mandated electronic logging devices, motor carriers should not underestimate the amount of planning and training needed to ensure a smooth rollout, industry experts said at American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition on Oct. 6.