Technology
Commercial freight transportation businesses rely on data, intelligence, and novel solutions for operational efficiency. Transport Topics technology coverage investigates available technologies, real-world applications of business solutions, and the strategies necessary for advancement. News topics focus on the latest applied science, and issues range from autonomous vehicle and robotics innovations to management software, tracking and transparency, data analytics, blockchain, and the internet of things.
Spireon Testing Next-Gen GPS Device, Expects Trailer Tracking Market Growth
Asset-tracking provider Spireon Inc. said that it is testing a next-generation GPS device for its FleetLocate trailer-tracking platform and predicted the trucking industry will increase spending on technology this year.
January 28, 2013Robocom Acquires Munics Information Systems
Supply chain software company Robocom Systems International said it has acquired Munics Information Systems. Terms were not disclosed.
January 28, 2013Minn. DOT Testing Cameras to Monitor for Truck Parking Spots
The Minnesota Department of Transportation has said it will test using cameras to help truck drivers find available parking slots.
January 25, 2013ATA Adds Drivewyze PreClear to Its Featured Products List
American Trucking Associations said Wednesday it has added the electronic weigh station pre-clearance system, Drivewyze PreClear, to its group of featured products for the trucking industry.
January 23, 2013PennDOT Finds $50 Million in Savings Through Next Generation Initiative
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has identified more than $50 million in savings through its Next Generation initiative to modernize operations, Gov. Tom Corbett (R) said in a statement.
January 22, 2013Rules on Drug, Alcohol Clearinghouse, E-Logging Near Release, FMCSA Says
WASHINGTON — Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration officials said they are planning to release at least five new proposed or final rules in 2013, including a supplemental proposed electronic logging device rule and a proposed drug and alcohol clearinghouse rule by the end of March.
January 21, 2013U.S. Rules Spur E-Log Use, According to Fleets, Vendors
Pressure from federal safety regulations and the latest transportation bill is pushing more carriers to make the switch from paper driver logs to electronic logging through in-cab systems, according to fleets and vendors.
January 14, 2013Letters: EOBR ‘Opinion,’ CSA Scores, HOS Rules
Both ATA and TCA support mandating devices that simply record hours-of-service status, but they do not support requiring fleets to purchase multifunction fleet management systems, which typically cost far more.
January 11, 2013Illinois Cellphone Ban for Commercial Drivers Takes Effect
Commercial drivers in Illinois are banned from using hand held cellphones while driving, as of this month, the Illinois Department of Transportation said.
January 9, 2013Comdata Expands Cardless Payment Options
Comdata Corp. announced it expanded its cardless payment options with a new point-of-sale platform called Smart Solutions.
January 7, 2013