John G Smith

New ratings for MX-13 engines

Peterbilt will offer two new ratings of Paccar’s MX-13 engines in the 2019 model year. A multi-torque 455-hp with a torque rating of 1,650 – 1,850 lb.-ft. is…

SmartDrive, Geotab create data hub

SmartDrive and Geotab are collaborating in a system that will now combine video-based safety and transportation data and telematics – all through a single on-board data collection hub.

System monitors driver fatigue

Electronic logging devices are designed to track hours of service, but Trimble and Pulsar Informatics are using technology to actually monitor driver fatigue through Trimble’s Safety Analytics dashboard.

Inc. Stained: Driver Inc. is part of a larger problem — those who manage risks on a driver’s back

Canada’s trucking industry has been stained by yet another tax scheme. For months the Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) has been crying foul over a growing number of fleets that set…

Mahle upgrades ArcticPro A/C systems

Mahle Service Solutions has redesigned its lineup of ArcticPro A/C handling systems. The ACX2180, ACX2180H, ACX2150 and ACX2120H recover, recycle and recharge vehicles equipped with R134a refrigerant. But…

Drivewyze adds insights

Drivewyze, known for its PreClear weigh station bypass services, has launched the Drivewyze Insights reporting service – giving customers monthly reports on safety and violation information. Insights collects…

Cooper unveils MSD for severe mixed service

Cooper’s Severe Series truck and bus radial tire line has expanded with the introduction of the new Cooper Severe Series Mixed Service Drive or MSD, a premium drive tire for mixed-service…

Peterbilt expands Paccar engine offerings

Peterbilt will offer two new ratings of Paccar’s MX-13 engines in the 2019 model year. A multi-torque 455-hp with a torque rating of 1,650 – 1,850 lb.-ft. is…

SmartDrive, Geotab hub combines video and telematics

SmartDrive and Geotab are collaborating in a system that will now combine video-based safety and transportation data and telematics – all through a single on-board data collection hub.

Trimble, Pulsar meter to monitor fatigue

Electronic logging devices are designed to track hours of service, but Trimble and Pulsar Informatics are using technology to actually monitor driver fatigue through Trimble’s Safety Analytics dashboard.

‘No reason to worry’ about slowing economy: Costello

The ATA’s Bob Costello says truck sales aren’t adding to capacity, and he challenges the idea that higher wages would solve the driver shortage. AUSTIN, Texas – Bob Costello, the…

Daimler forecasts 440,000 Class 6-8 trucks

AUSTIN, Texas -- Roger Nielsen, CEO of Daimler Truck North America, discussed electrification, autonomy, the state of the economy and the supply chain during a round table at the American Trucking Associations Annual Management Conference and Exhibition in Austin, Texas.

Mack enhances digital offerings with SAS, Trimble

GuardDog Connect telematics data has helped reduce diagnostic times and more. AUSTIN, Texas – Mack Trucks continues to build on its digital capabilities, most recently partnering with SAS and Trimble…

Blockchains building a future in transportation

AUSTIN, Texas – dexFreight’s shipment of frozen food from Preferred Freezer Services to Manny’s Enterprises was typical in many ways. The goods completed their journey along with many other trucks on Florida highways on Oct. 15. But the load also offered one of the first examples of how a blockchain can be used to manage related transactions.

Volvo Xceed delivers fuel-economy boost

Volvo’s new Xceed fuel efficiency package for VNL 760 and 860 models has been specifically designed for those who haul dry vans or reefers – promising to boost fuel…