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Peterbilt deploying augmented reality service tool
Peterbilt Motors Company will deploy 200 of its patented ARTech augmented reality tools to dealer locations by March 31, 2022.
November 30, 2021
Peterbilt's ARTech augmented reality tool in use.
Business operations
Bridgestone to expand campus with new test track facility
Bridgestone plans to expand its Americas Technology Center campus to include a vehicle dynamics test track for the development of future tire tech.
November 22, 2021
Bridgestone to build test track for new tire technology.
Telematics
JPRO gets third update of 2021
A busy month continued for Noregon Systems this week as the company announced its third major update to JPRO Professional, the company’s in-shop diagnostic and troubleshooting tool.
November 18, 2021
Noregon JPRO in use
Telematics
ConMet digital suite integrated into telematics system
Pedigree Technologies, a leading telematics service provider, announced Wednesday the addition of ConMet’s full suite of digital products into Pedigree Technologies OneView platform.
November 17, 2021
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Business operations
New aftermarket site boosts support for Jake Brake users
Jacobs Vehicle Systems recently upgraded the company’s parts and service website to better provide aftermarket support to help fleets, OEMs and owner-operators.
November 11, 2021
Jacobs Vehicle Systems general aftermarket image
Supplier Updates
Noregon updates JPRO certification program
The program is used to train and certify users on JPRO, the company’s in-shop diagnostic and troubleshooting application. To date, more than 5,000 technicians, students, and industry professionals have enrolled in the program.
November 9, 2021
Noregon JPRO in use
Telematics
DTNA and Platform Science introduce virtual vehicle
DTNA, along with Platform Science, announce Virtual Vehicle, an OEM platform enabling fleets to access telematics, software solutions, real-time vehicle data, more.
November 9, 2021
Technician checking truck data on dashboard.
Business operations
McEnany, Midwest Wheel earn national recognition for business technology
Steve McEnany and Midwest Wheel Companies were recently honored as winners of the SuperNova Award for the AI & Augmented Humanity during the 11th annual SuperNova Awards from Constellation Research.
November 5, 2021
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Supplier Updates
Pluss updates PTM Vision software
Pluss Software has released a fully integrated preventative maintenance and job status notification system for users of its PTM-Vision software.
November 4, 2021
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Mergers & Acquisitions
Hearst acquires majority stake in Noregon
“This is a unique opportunity for us, and we are excited to be able to offer manufacturers, fleets and transportation/logistics companies more solutions to increase their productivity,” adds Tom Cross, executive vice president, Hearst Transportation.
November 3, 2021
Technician using Noregon Systems' JPRO
Business operations
Rotary launches 24/7 virtual support
Rotary debuts Rotary Virtual Support, which will enable Rotary customers quick access to everything they need to operate their wheel service and lift equipment.
November 1, 2021
Rotary Lift introduces 24/7 virtual support.
Business operations
Prestolite Electric debuts Prestolite.com
Prestolite Electric and its Leece-Neville Heavy Duty Systems brand has debuted Prestolite.com, designed for quick and easy access on any mobile device or tablet
October 29, 2021
Prestolite's new website
Trailers
The smart trailer revolution is here; how to get on board
Adoption of trailer telematics and component monitoring technologies are booming. Fleets are spec'ing and retrofitting this technology in great numbers. Here's why you should sell it.
October 28, 2021
Phillips Smart7
Telematics
Hino debuts third-generation connected vehicle solution
Hino Edge synergizes the digital connection between the fleet customer, dealer network, Telematics Service Providers, and Hino Ultimate Support Center, to provide customers a competitive edge, the company says.
October 26, 2021
Hino Edge logo
Telematics
Road Ready adds partnership with Air Weigh
This partnership with Air-Weigh connects data between the trailer and tractor through the cloud which represents a new milestone for Road Ready and the LogIQ platform.
October 21, 2021
Road Ready by Clarience Technologies
Business operations
Isuzu collaborates with Decisiv to enhance customer experience
The program is being implemented in all Isuzu commercial truck dealerships across the United States and Canada over a multi-year rollout plan.
October 18, 2021
Isuzu truck with Isuzu Connect
Growth strategies
Fullbay launches Fullbay Marketplace, partners with FinditParts
Fullbay has announced Fullbay Marketplace, a tool that streamlines the part-purchasing process for independent shops and fleet maintenance departments.
October 14, 2021
Fullbay Marketplace infographic
Business operations
OptiCat updates Load Sheet tool
OptiCat has updated its “Load Sheet” service, adding appropriate data structures to meet the custom needs for more than 30 leading distributors, with more on the way as suppliers need them.
October 14, 2021
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