Special Coverage, Business

ASA Electronics Targets Distracted Driving With In-Cab Stereo

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — ASA Electronics has announced it is targeting distracted driving via its Jensen Heavy Duty brand that produces stereos for truck cabs.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Technology, Equipment

Bose Debuts Advancements in Its Ergonomic Truck Seats

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Bose, the manufacturer that applied its pioneering sound-blocking technology to block bumps and vibrations in truck seats, has announced upgrades to its seats, including a refined control system, improved ergonomic features and a built-in informational audio track that helps orient drivers to the new equipment.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Technology

SkyBitz, P.S.I. Collaborate on Tire Pressure Information Solution

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A remote asset-tracking and information-management service provider and a tire pressure systems firm have teamed up in what they’re calling a perfect marriage.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Equipment

Michelin Introduces Tire Care Monitoring Program for Fleets

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Michelin Americas Truck Tires Division has announced the launch of Tire Care, a fully digital, nationwide fleet tire-monitoring program that the tire maker says will help maximize uptime and control costs.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Government

Noregon Systems Announces Truck Check-up Program

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Noregon Systems, a vehicle diagnostics provider, has announced that it will launch next month its truck check-up program, a tool that will allow drivers to plug in for a quick check of their vehicle while fueling.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 15, 2015
Government

DOT's Anthony Foxx Urges Investment in Freight Corridors Over Next 30 Years

Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx is calling for new and targeted investments in critical freight corridors over the next 30 years.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 12, 2015
Government, Business

Armed with 300 Signatures, House Members Press Leadership on Transportation Funding Bill

Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-Ill.) has announced that he and Rep. Reid Ribble (R-Wis.) have organized an effort to collect about 300 signatures on a letter calling on House leaders to produce what the congressmen call a responsibly paid-for, multiyear surface transportation reauthorization bill.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 10, 2015
Business, Safety

NHTSA’s Stability Control Rule Sent to OMB

A rule that would require stability control systems on trucks and buses is a step closer to becoming a reality.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 10, 2015
Government, Business, Fuel

Senators Pressing EPA to Set Renewable Fuel Standard for Biodiesel

Thirty-two senators have written a letter to Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy asking for quick approval of strong biodiesel volumes under the Renewable Fuel Standard for 2014, 2015 and 2016.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 9, 2015
Government, Business, Safety

House Bill Would Revive State Infrastructure Banks

A bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. House would allow states to capitalize infrastructure banks with federal money to help underwrite local transportation projects.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 5, 2015