Telematics

Eaton adds Cummins powertrain fault codes to IntelliConnect

"Beyond just reading transmission and engine codes, our combined vehicle systems experts create comprehensive fault code action plans that provide the recommended course of action," says Bobby Robinette, Eaton.

May 23, 2023

A screenshot from Eaton's IntelliConnect system showing a powertrain fault.

Eaton integrates Cummins fault codes into its remote diagnostic tech

Eaton’s IntelliConnect with Cummins engine diagnostic capability is now available in North America, Central America and South America.

May 23, 2023

IntelliConnect Cummins Engine SAR

What fleets are saying about remote diagnostics

According to a February survey of more than 400 truck drivers and fleet professionals, only 15% of survey responders claim they operate any trucks equipped with a telematics technology that is not an electronic logging device.

May 22, 2023

Connected vehicle technology

Azuga, Advantix team up for telematics partnership

Azuga telematics gear will now ship with Advantix SmartSIMs on board.

May 10, 2023

Volvo expands service contract product, adds more Certified EV Dealers

Volvo Trucks North America made news at this week's Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Long Beach, Calif., announcing updates to its Volvo Blue service contract and adding even more dealer locations to its Certified EV Dealer Network.

May 3, 2023

Volvo VNR electric truck

Aperia expands Halo Connect predictive maintenance platform

“The Halo Connect tire maintenance platform leapfrogs existing available technologies, and its expansion into delivery vans now enables our clients to put all tires under management with a single platform, regardless of vehicle class,” says Judith Monte.

May 1, 2023

Aperia's total fleet solution

ConMet debuts Digital Driver mobile app

ConMet says with its new app, drivers will have access to real-time telematics data, enabling drivers to react quickly to abnormal component health and allowing fleets faster decision making.

April 27, 2023

ConMet Digital Driver application

Connectivity and technical innovations in equipment will force aftermarket shops to evolve

After touching on the components used within advanced driver assistance systems Tuesday, the second day at the HD Repair Forum addressed the impact these technologies will have on independent service shops and their ability to serve customers.

April 19, 2023

Jim Barber with Bendix CVS

HD Repair Forum tackles ADAS service

During a breakout session Tuesday at the HD Repair Forum, Bendix’s Joe Lauritzen provided attendees a technical overview of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and how they should be properly maintained.

April 18, 2023

Bendix's Joe Lauritzen

Dana CEO stresses partnerships to support growing EV market

Dana Chairman and CEO Jim Kamsickas says the future of the commercial trucking has never been more uncertain. Transportation is facing its most disruptive transformation “since the horse and buggy was replaced by internal combustion engines.”

April 3, 2023

Jim Kamsickas, Dana chairman and CEO

Noregon expands JPRO into off-highway sector

“Many of our customers service both on and off-highway assets and were disappointed by the lack of user-friendly diagnostic tools available for off-highway equipment. We saw this opportunity,” says Noregon’s President and COO Pam Marion.

March 23, 2023

Noregon adds off-highway information to JPRO

Thermo King introducing 24-hour roadside assistance solution

Thermo King announces its Remote Operating Center (ROC), a new system that provides rapid, innovative roadside assistance for transport refrigeration units (TRU) by combining technology and human expertise.

March 15, 2023

Thermo King's new Remote Operating Center visualized

Noregon beefs up off-highway capabilities

Noregon has completed its first 2023 update for JPRO,. Noregon says one of the major additions in this update is the significant increase in coverage for off-highway construction vehicles and equipment.

March 14, 2023

Technician using JPRO professional

Mack bolsters OTA update capabilities

Mack Trucks announced Tuesday at ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting and Expo in Orlando another round of improvements to its over the air (OTA) updates for its Anthem, Pinnacle and Granite models.

February 28, 2023

Mack Anthem OTA Graphics

Detroit beefs up safety features in video capture service

Last week Detroit announced the launch of its newest safety feature the Detroit Connect Video Capture (DCVC) service, available as a subscription-based option in the Detroit Connect Portal.

February 27, 2023

Phillips Industries launching innovation accelerator

Phillips Innovations is an accelerator for bringing products into the Phillips platform by collaborating with technology companies that are developing original and inventive solutions for the transportation industry.

February 26, 2023

Rob Phillips, Phillips Industries CEO

Noregon, ClearFlame collaborating to support alternative fuel system service

Noregon on Thursday announced a collaborative effort with ClearFlame Engine Technologies to provide the commercial vehicle & equipment industry with improved coverage for servicing alternative fuel systems.

February 23, 2023

ClearFlame Technologies

Daimler, Uptake pair up for predictive maintenance service

"Our agreement with DTNA will provide our customers and partners with even more data-driven insights to ensure fleets are fully operational, safe and reliable," says Kayne Grau, CEO of Uptake.

February 16, 2023

A white Class 8 truck on a tarmac.

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Will debt ceiling drama be avoided?

The U.S. owes more than $31 trillion. Just like many households have mortgages, car notes and credit cards, the U.S. government also carries debts that allow it to pay for programs and services for Americans.

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What fleets are saying about remote diagnostics

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Cummins announces EV charging partnership with Heliox

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