2015 TMC Annual Meeting

Special Coverage, Business

ASA Electronics Targets Distracted Driving With In-Cab Stereo

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — ASA Electronics has announced it is targeting distracted driving via its Jensen Heavy Duty brand that produces stereos for truck cabs.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business

Redline's 'PowerSmoke' Detects In-Cab Carbon Monoxide Threats

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Redline Detection said its HD PowerSmoke ensures the safety of truck and bus drivers by eliminating the threat of toxic carbon monoxide fumes entering the cabin.

Michael G. Malloy | Web Editor
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Equipment

Cummins Plans April Production of Connected Diagnostics System

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Cummins Inc.'s Connected Diagnostics application that allows fleets to work with telematics providers will be in full production in April.

Michael G. Malloy | Web Editor
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business

iGlobal Completes Integration with McLeod

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — iGlobal, which provides fleet management and in-cab document imaging systems, has completed integration of its mobile data terminals suite with McLeod Software.

Michael G. Malloy | Web Editor
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Technology, Equipment

Bose Debuts Advancements in Its Ergonomic Truck Seats

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Bose, the manufacturer that applied its pioneering sound-blocking technology to block bumps and vibrations in truck seats, has announced upgrades to its seats, including a refined control system, improved ergonomic features and a built-in informational audio track that helps orient drivers to the new equipment.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Technology

SkyBitz, P.S.I. Collaborate on Tire Pressure Information Solution

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A remote asset-tracking and information-management service provider and a tire pressure systems firm have teamed up in what they’re calling a perfect marriage.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business, Equipment

Michelin Introduces Tire Care Monitoring Program for Fleets

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Michelin Americas Truck Tires Division has announced the launch of Tire Care, a fully digital, nationwide fleet tire-monitoring program that the tire maker says will help maximize uptime and control costs.

Michele Fuetsch | Staff Reporter
February 16, 2015
Special Coverage, Business

Dana Plans Web-Based Course to Help Fleets With ‘Downspeeding’

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Dana Holding Corp. is planning a new Web-based training and maintenance course aimed at keeping fleet technicians apprised of the changes in engine “downspeeding,” an increasingly prevalent strategy for boosting fuel efficiency.

Michael G. Malloy | Web Editor
February 16, 2015