CLEVELAND — The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is adding customized leasing options for its automated tire inspection device, the company announced Sept. 14.
September 14, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipment
Hyundai Translead Launches HT LinkSense
CLEVELAND — Trailer maker Hyundai Translead unveiled a smart trailer system called HT LinkSense, which is intended to provide connectivity for all sensor and telematics providers.
September 14, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipment
Thinking About Shifting to Electric Trucks? Start Planning, Panelists Say
CLEVELAND — Fleets looking to incorporate electric trucks into their fleets should plan thoroughly and well in advance, according to experts assembled at the American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.
September 14, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipmentAutonomous
Traxen Calls iQ-Cruise ‘Bridge to Autonomy’
CLEVELAND — For trucking technology company Traxen Inc., the combination of artificial intelligence and adaptive cruise control is “the bridge to autonomy.”
September 14, 2021GovernmentBusinessSafety
ATA President Chris Spear Optimistic About Infrastructure Bill
CLEVELAND — American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear expressed optimism that the sweeping infrastructure package circulating on Capitol Hill will win approval, and praised the trucking industry’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
September 14, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety
Sensata Stresses Radar, Telematics After Acquisitions
CLEVELAND — Sensata Technologies discussed its business outlook and progress in the wake of its acquisitions of Xirgo Technologies and PRECO Electronics during a Sept. 12 press event.
September 13, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipment
TSE Brakes Launches TSE-Sense Smart Air Brake Actuator
CLEVELAND — Brake actuator and adjuster manufacturer TSE Brakes Inc., announced on Sept. 12 the launch of its TSE-Sense smart air brake actuator during American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition.
September 13, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipment
Doleco USA Unveils New LayerLok Double-Decking Systems
CLEVELAND — Securing technology provider Doleco USA introduced the new LayerLok XP, AF and SC double-decking systems at American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition.
September 13, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety
TMC to Fund Study of Refrigerated Carriers
CLEVELAND — The Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations will fund a study of refrigerated carriers with an emphasis on how they manage food safety with new technology and related maintenance implications.
September 13, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety
Frequency of Roadside Repairs Decreases in Q2
CLEVELAND — Trucks during the second quarter traveled farther between unscheduled roadside repairs, according to the latest edition of the TMC/FleetNet America Vertical Benchmarking report.
September 13, 2021