2016 TMC Annual Meeting

Special Coverage, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

TrackPoint, Stemco Partner on Trailer Monitoring

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — TrackPoint Systems and Stemco have partnered to provide tire pressure and mileage monitoring for untethered trailers.

February 29, 2016
Special Coverage, Business, Logistics

Shippers' Desire for Data Offers Fleets Opportunities

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Shippers remain more data-driven than ever, and that can present opportunities for carriers, a panel of experts said.

Neil Abt | Editorial Director
February 29, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

Truck-Lite Introduces Light-Out Detection System

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Truck-Lite Co. has introduced its Light-Out Detection System, which alerts drivers when there is a problem with the trailer’s LED safety lighting.

February 29, 2016
Special Coverage

Rush Launches Truck-Service Technology Platform, Expands CNG Fuel Systems

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Truck dealership network Rush Enterprises has launched a technology platform that provides fleets with an online view of the service process for their vehicles.

February 29, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

TMW Introduces Products to Streamline Maintenance

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — TMW Systems showcased several new software products designed to improve fleet maintenance operations during the annual Technology & Maintenance Council meeting here, including automated management of driver vehicle inspection reports, a mobile app for technicians and new business intelligence tools.

February 29, 2016
Special Coverage, Business, Equipment

Eaton, Cummins Further Expand Powertrain Options

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Eaton and Cummins Inc. announced new features to their growing integrated powertrain offerings to provide additional downspeeding options.

February 28, 2016
Special Coverage, Business

Fleets Boost Investments in Trailer Aerodynamics, NACFE Report Finds

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Fleets have ramped up their investments in trailer aerodynamics systems in recent years to improve fuel economy, and federal regulations are expected to drive further adoption, a new report found.

February 28, 2016
Special Coverage, Business, Equipment

FlowBelow Wheel Covers to Be Offered on Cascadia Evolution

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — FlowBelow Aero Inc. announced that Daimler Trucks North America will offer FlowBelow’s fuel-saving “quick-release” wheel covers as an option on the Freightliner Cascadia Evolution.

February 28, 2016