Wabco Partners With Silicon Valley Firm Plug and Play
Wabco Holdings Inc. announced it has signed a three-year agreement to be an anchor partner with Plug and Play, a global innovation platform leader headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif. The Swiss company will gain access to Plug and Play’s global partnership network, which includes many startups, market disruptors and industry leaders.
September 13, 2019Improve Safety For Your Entire Fleet With Video Technology
Fleets using independent contractors (owner-operators) sometimes believe they must choose between deploying the safety technologies and minimizing the risks of employment classification challenges. In this webinar, we’ll discuss ways that some fleets have found to do both. Trucking and legal experts will explain how fleets with independent contractors can rethink their traditional views on technology based safety programs.
September 5, 2019Succeeding with Transportation Software in the Cloud
With increasing changes and improvements in cloud technology, more and more fleets are moving their core TMS and maintenance software to the cloud. With decades of experience managing cloud services, Trimble Transportation is uniquely positioned to guide carriers through the decision to move to the cloud.
June 13, 2019FCC Evaluates Sharing Connected Vehicle Spectrum With Wi-Fi
The Federal Communications Commission is deciding whether further testing is needed to determine if communications between connected vehicles, including trucks, can share a slice of spectrum with Wi-Fi broadband services seeking to use it, too.
December 19, 2018Project Cargo Network Partners With WiseTech Global
Logistics specialist Project Cargo Network has partnered with WiseTech Global, the company behind the global logistics solution CargoWise One, according to an October press release.
November 1, 2018Connected Truck Security: Slamming the Door on Hackers
This white paper provides an overview of cybersecurity for connected fleets and outlines frequently-asked questions and answers about data security, wireless vulnerabilities and considerations for carriers seeking the most secure fleet management technology.
June 2, 2018Schneider, 8VC Partner to Boost Digital Supply Chain
Venture capital firm 8VC and diversified truckload carrier Schneider announced a partnership to leverage technology on trucks to create a pathway to a fully digital supply chain.
April 11, 2018Opinion: Technology — No Matter How Cool — Has to Pay Off
I am addicted to technology. At home I have a 3-D printer and a semi-autonomous drone aircraft. Amazon’s voice-controlled “Alexa” app manages my schedule, controls the lights in my house and plays games with my kids. Google’s Nest home services system features a thermostat that manages the temperature in our house and provides real-time security video of the property. And we have countless media streaming devices — computers, gaming systems, smart TVs and tablets.
December 1, 2017Wyoming Plans to Test Connected Vehicle Technology on Trucks
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is preparing to test connected vehicle technology in trucks and government vehicles along Interstate 80 to reduce the number of accidents that occur during the state’s treacherous winter months.
August 22, 2017DOT’s Wireless Connected Vehicle Pilot Program on Track for 2021 Completion
The Department of Transportation’s wireless connected vehicle pilot program, currently in its design, deployment and testing phase, is making progress at its demonstration sites in Wyoming, New York City and Tampa, Fla., the program’s manager told members of an agency advisory committee.
July 18, 2017