Software

T680 GETS ETRAC

The Kenworth T680 is now available with Bendix eTrac air-bag transfer system for 6x2 axle configurations. It automatically transfers pressure from the non-drive to the drive axle when it recognizes wheel slip, improving fuel economy and enhancing traction.

LOAD-MATCHING MEETS HOS

New PeopleNet/TMW integration improves IDSC MatchAdvice with HOS availability and adds fault-code data to TMT Fleet Maintenance. It optimizes asset utilization and compliance while streamlining mechanical service and repair tasks

MONITOR REFUSE WEIGHT

Air-Weigh has teamed up with Core Computing Services to integrate BinMaxx weight data. Waste collectors who use CCS eMobile and Air-Weigh on-board refuse scales can monitor bin-weight information in real time in both cab and office

LIFT-SAFETY TRAINING

The Automotive Lift Institute has developed an interactive, online vehicle lift safety course based on its popular 'Lifting It Right' DVD hosted by racing legends Richard and Kyle Petty. It covers the wide variety of lift types used in professional vehicle service and repair shops.

RUGGED IN-CAB TABLET

Webtech Wireless has announced its new MDT 3500 in-cab tablet. Based on Micronet's new Android-based A-300 rugged tablet for mobile computing, IT'S fully integrated into Webtech's Quadrant Manager which automates hours-of-service management.

HD TOOLS CATALOG

The new Snap-on Heavy Duty Catalog features 12 pages of tools and equipment, with special pricing available on many items. New offerings include a rugged tool storage unit with two extra wide 50-in. drawers

Cummins Announces the ISV5.0 V8 Diesel

COLUMBUS, Ind. - Cummins has announced the ISV5.0, a new 5-liter V8 diesel engine designed to power pickup-and-delivery vehicles, stepvans, other light- and medium-duty trucks

Mack Launches New Telematics System

ALLENTOWN, PA. - Mack has a new telematics solution built on the company's GuardDog maintenance monitoring system, one that will come standard and free of charge for two years on Model Year 2015 Pinnacles, Titans and Granites, scheduled for roll out in January 2014

XRS, TMW INTEGRATION

New XRS and TMWSuite integration brings enhanced functionality with greater efficiency, productivity and convenience for drivers and fleet managers

CARRIER’S VECTOR 8500

New Carrier Transicold Vector 8500 unit sheds weight, improves fuel economy, and offers greater refrigeration capacity among other benefits

PeopleNet-McLeod Integrate to Bring More Agility to LTL

MINNEAPOLIS, MN. - PeopleNet announced this week that they are integrating with McLeod Software's LoadMaster LTL "to better address the complexities of the companies' less-than-truckload customers."

Detroit Diesel Launches Telematics Arm

DETROIT, MI -- Detroit Diesel has introduced Detroit Connect, its new telematics arm that includes a new tablet and Virtual Technician onboard diagnostics

PIT Reveals Aero Testing Results

MONTREAL -- Fuel-economy evaluations of trailer-skirt and undercarriage aerodynamic technologies reveal fuel-consumption benefits. The skirts won.

VDO ROADLOG VIDEO

A VDO RoadLog educational video demonstrates how the new electronic on board recorder (EOBR) can deliver what's called "a simple and affordable solution" for compliance with the new hours-of-service regulations

FLEETIO MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Revamped Fleetio online fleet-management software, automatically available to all existing customers, gives a nod to future product expansion while still making ease of use the central focus