17 Mar Phillips to Launch Telematics Systems for Trailers, Chassis, Containers ATLANTA — Phillips Connect Technologies is rolling out an expanded line of telematics systems designed to track the status and condition of trailers and intermodal chassis and containers. Read more...
17 Mar FlowBelow Tractor AeroKit to Be Offered on International Trucks ATLANTA — FlowBelow Aero announced that its Tractor AeroKit system will be offered as a factory-installed option on a fuel-efficiency package on International LT Series trucks starting this spring and also that it is looking to expand its presence in the trailer market. Read more...
17 Mar Air Pressure Can Impact Drivers, Equipment, Australian Company Finds ATLANTA — Adjustable air pressure mechanisms can save drivers time and prolong the useful lives of tires, according to AIR CTI founder Chet Cline. Read more...
17 Mar NACFE’s Second ‘Run on Less’ Competition to Focus on Regional Drivers ATLANTA — The North American Council for Freight Efficiency has started to accept applications for its second “Run on Less” competition, focusing on the technologies and vehicle specifications for improving fuel efficiency in trucking. Read more...
17 Mar Dana Announces Products Designed to Manage Change ATLANTA — Dana Inc. unveiled a range of products intended to manage changes in commercial vehicles as trucks tackle emissions reductions. Read more...
17 Mar Donaldson Debuts Wireless Filter Monitoring System ATLANTA –Filter manufacturer Donaldson Co. has introduced a wireless monitoring system that tracks and reports on the condition of trucks’ air filters, and which eventually could be expanded to track other systems, the company said. Read more...
17 Mar TMC, FleetNet America Unveil Findings From Benchmarking Program ATLANTA — One truckload fleet averaged more than 75,000 miles between roadside breakdowns in the fourth quarter last year, about seven times the vertical average of other carriers participating in a benchmarking program being run by American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council and FleetNet America. Read more...
17 Mar Eaton Prepares for New Emissions Regulations ATLANTA — Upcoming regulations are expected to call for reducing simultaneously carbon dioxide and nitrogen-oxide emissions — prompting new engine components and processes, including hybrid-electric powertrains, an executive with Eaton Vehicle Group said. Read more...
17 Mar P.S.I. Announces Latest Tire Management Product TireView ATLANTA — Pressure Systems International announced a new tire pressure monitoring system for trucks, tractors and trailers at American Trucking Associations’ 2019 Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting March 17. Read more...
17 Mar TMC, PIT Group to Explore Electromagnetic Braking American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council and PIT Group will expand their research partner to study electromagnetic braking systems. Read more...