John G Smith

Daimler acquires Torc stake in autonomous truck journey

BLACKSBURG, Va. – Daimler Trucks and Buses is building on its commitment to developing Level 4 autonomous trucks by acquiring a majority stake in U.S.-based Torc Robotics.

Majority of U.S. drivers have positive view of trucking: Poll

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Two-thirds of American drivers have a favorable view of the trucking industry – about the same as 2015 — while about three in four drivers believe…

UPDATED: Diesel prices rise, carbon tax questions remain

TORONTO, Ont. -- Federal carbon taxes were tacked onto fuel prices in four provinces April 1 – and they came with the threat of a $2,000 fine for affected carriers who failed to register with the Canada Revenue Agency.

CTA names new vice-chairman, secretary-treasurer

TORONTO, Ont. – The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) has named Jean-Claude Fortin of JE Fortin as vice-chairman, and Greg Munden of Munden Ventures as secretary-treasurer, under a reorganization announced today.

Phillips Connect Technologies expands smart trailer tech

Phillips Connect Technologies (PCT) has expanded its smart trailer capabilities, launching TrailerNet Gateway, ChassisNet Gateway, and ContainerNet Gateway. It has also unveiled EZTrac and AssetTrac. EZTrac is a GPS tracker…

PMTC Ontario regional seminar

The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) is running a half-day seminar covering TDG and emergency response regulations, natural gas commercial vehicle solutions and infrastructure, and updates on mandatory entry level training as well as electronic logging devices.

Roadcheck blitz to focus on steering, suspension systems

BETHESDA, Md. – Steering and suspension systems will be a special focus when enforcement teams participate in the annual Roadcheck inspection blitz, scheduled June 4-6. “Steering and suspension are safety…

BlackBerry’s Radar H2 enhances connections

BlackBerry has built on the capabilities of its Radar-M tracking device to develop Radar H2, enhancing connections…

Smart Dashcam becomes smarter

KeepTruckin is expanding its Smart Dashcam platform to include video recall, video annotation, in-app driver coaching, and fused sensors. Videos can now be recalled from 35 hours of…

BlackBerry H2 builds on Radar-M

BlackBerry has built on the capabilities of its Radar-M tracking device to develop Radar H2, enhancing connections…

Keep Truckin’ builds on dashcam capabilities

KeepTruckin is expanding its Smart Dashcam platform to include video recall, video annotation, in-app driver coaching, and fused sensors. Videos can now be recalled from 35 hours of…

Aperia’s machine learning to guide tire maintenance

Aperia Technologies’ new Halo Connect is using the power of machine learning to help fleets “virtually eliminate” unplanned tire-related downtime. The system builds on the company’s Halo tire inflator,…

Volvo expands on OTA engine programming

Volvo Trucks‘ new Parameter Plus subscription package expands on the company’s over-the-air (OTA) programming capabilities, allowing up to 50 parameter updates per year. Software updates for engines and…

Ancra automates deck heights

Ancra Cargo has automated its integrated decking system, allowing operators to adjust trailer deck height at the touch of a button. AutoDeck is described as the world’s “first…

International goes with FlowBelow aerodynamics

FlowBelow’s Tractor AeroKit system will be a factory-installed option on the International LT Series MPG Fuel Efficiency Package, available this spring. It also becomes a factory-installed option on…