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Tech Firms Prepared for IFTA Changes, See Benefits for Fleets

Technology firms that develop or support onboard fleet-management and telematics systems say they are prepared for upcoming changes to the International Fuel Tax Agreement’s auditing procedures and see benefits for their fleet customers.

September 16, 2016

Automation, Analytics to Shape Trucking’s Future

While many technologies will likely play a role in shaping the future of transportation, two of the most important will be the emergence of automated driving systems and the continuing evolution of data analytics.

September 16, 2016

IFTA Streamlining Use of Mileage Data Collected by Fleets’ In-Cab Technology

Fleets and technology providers alike are optimistic about coming changes to International Fuel Tax Agreement record-keeping and audit procedures, saying the revisions will streamline carrier record-keeping requirements, accommodate advances in onboard technology and clarify specifications for states’ acceptance of data captured by electronic devices.

September 16, 2016

ITLC Corner: Rules Set for Delivery Drones; Risk Remain

The federal government has at long last provided some regulatory guidance for the ballyhooed operation of delivery drones, but issues regarding the legal risks of their operation are far from resolved.

September 16, 2016

Making the Right Turn

It’s a dire warning for a truck driver who has taken a wrong turn — a banner hanging over the roadway reading, “If you hit this sign you will hit that bridge.â€

September 16, 2016

Fleets Use Technology to Track, Improve CSA Scores

Carriers are using a variety of technologies and in-house systems to help monitor and improve their scores under the federal Compliance, Safety, Accountability program.

September 16, 2016

DTNA’s Daum Cautious on Speed Limiters, Autonomous Expectations

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The growing importance of fleets being able to regulate the speed of individual trucks through remote, over-the-air engine updates should be taken into account as the federal government considers a mandate requiring heavy-duty vehicles to utilize speed limiters, the president of Daimler Trucks North America said.

September 6, 2016

Video: Bendix, Kenworth Demonstrate Wingman Fusion

MOUNT VERNON, Wash. — Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems provided an in-cab demonstration of the Bendix Wingman Fusion safety system here during a Kenworth media event.

August 15, 2016

Another 9,000 Trailers Recalled Due to Bendix Defect

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a recall of more than 9,000 additional trailers because of a defect with the Bendix SR-5 spring brakes that the manufacturer believes could affect up to 194,410 trailers in total.

August 11, 2016

Letters: Mandate Technology, A Modest Proposal

Mandate Technology That Boosts Collision Avoidance

August 8, 2016