ZF Touts Safety, Intelligence Systems
CLEVELAND — ZF Group displayed a suite of safety and intelligence systems for trucks and trailers as it moves toward its goal of becoming the leading commercial vehicle supplier.
TMC’s Research Agenda Includes Fuel Economy, Braking Systems
CLEVELAND — American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council on Sept. 12 announced plans for upcoming research projects to evaluate the effects of total combination vehicle alignment on fuel economy and develop criteria to conduct performance demonstrations of at least two prototype electro-mechanical braking systems.
TMC Updates VMRS Licenses, Moves to Annual Subscription
CLEVELAND — The Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations on Sept. 12 announced a series of updates to its vehicle maintenance coding system, which it offers to service professionals in the trucking industry.
CyMetrics Helps Trucking Companies Close the Gap for Cyber-Risk
CLEVELAND — Trucking company leaders interested in identifying cyber-risks may turn to CyMetrics as a resource for prioritized recommendations that are written “in English” rather than in heavy technical jargon, says their chief technology officer.
Peterson Announces Corrosion-Resistant Harness System
CLEVELAND — Peterson Manufacturing on Sept. 12 unveiled PetersonPATRIOT, a corrosion-resistant modular harness system.
FlowBelow Leverages Aerodynamic Innovation for Sustainability
CLEVELAND — FlowBelow highlighted recent developments from testing to new products Sept. 12 as part of its mission to make a more sustainable planet.
Transtex Trailer Aerodynamic Device Meets CARB Emissions Standards
CLEVELAND — Transtex, a developer and manufacturer of trailer aerodynamic solutions, said it received preapproval for its Edge Topkit+, meeting California’s environmental standards.
Decisiv Unveils Automatic VMRS Encoding Solution
CLEVELAND — Decisiv announced on Sept. 12 an automated encoding system for fleets using Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards.
Phillips Connect Launches Two SmartLock Products
CLEVELAND — Phillips Connect announced it released two SmartLock products designed to safeguard trailer loads — SmartLock Gladhand and SmartLock Door.
Mitchell 1 Upgrades Manager SE Truck Edition Shop Management Software
CLEVELAND — Mitchell 1 announced that the latest release of its Manager SE Truck Edition shop management software includes new fleet management and communication features.