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Equipmentby StaffOctober 8, 2020

Daimler, Torc Expanding Autonomous Testing With Next-Gen Test Trucks

Torc Robotics and Daimler Trucks North America’s co-development of autonomous truck technology takes the next step, as the second iteration of test trucks designed to work with Torc’s SAE Level 4 autonomous self-driving technology hit the road for testing.

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Safety & Complianceby Deborah LockridgeOctober 8, 2020

Tank Truck Carriers May Add Extra Pulsating Rear Brake Lamp to Trailers

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is granting a five-year exemption to allow motor carriers operating tank trailers to install a red or amber brake-activated pulsating lamp on the rear of the trailers.

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Equipmentby StaffOctober 8, 2020

Einride Says First Self-Driving 'Pods' Available for Pre-Order

Einride is launching the next generation of its electric and self-driving ‘Pod’ cargo vehicle. Available on the global market for the first time, this series of Autonomous Electric Transport (AET) vehicles, ranging from AET 1 to AET 4, has been designed and developed for SAE Level 4 self-driving.

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Fuel Smartsby StaffOctober 8, 2020

Data Shows Port Emissions Reduced by Advanced Diesel Technology

Newly published data by Southern California’s Port of Long Beach (POLB) shows that introducing newer diesel trucks has improved air quality for the communities located near the ports, according to the Diesel Technology Forum (DTF).

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Fuel Smartsby StaffOctober 8, 2020

Walmart Canada Triples Tesla Semi Order

After recently announcing a $3.5 billion investment over the next five years to generate growth in its business, Walmart also revealed it has tripled it reservations of the all-electric Tesla Semi truck.

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Maintenanceby StaffOctober 7, 2020

Fullbay Announces Repair Shop Owner Appreciation Week

Repair shop management software provider Fullbay is currently celebrating Repair Shop Owner Appreciation Week, an inaugural event aimed at honoring the men and women who own and operate heavy-duty repair shops, running October 5-9, 2020.

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Fleet Managementby StaffOctober 7, 2020

Locomation Working with Nvidia on Human-Guided Autonomous Truck Convoys

Locomation announced it will leverage an autonomous vehicle computing platform from Nvidia for the commercialization of self-driving trucks starting in 2022.

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Driversby StaffOctober 7, 2020

USA Truck Introduces Self-Dispatch Program

USA Truck recently unveiled its Drive Your Plan self-dispatch system, which will give drivers more freedom and flexibility, according to the carrier.

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Fleet Managementby StaffOctober 7, 2020

Spot Van Rates Hit High for All Segments

According to DAT Solutions, the average spot van rates set a record high in September, up 6 cents from the previous record set in June 2018.

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Fleet Managementby StaffOctober 7, 2020

Transfix Says New Fleet Planner Gives Dispatchers One-Stop-Shop For Managing Fleets

Digital freight broker Transfix has launched its first standalone software, a free online tool for small and midsize motor carriers giving them access to a centralized platform for managing fleets and streamlining operations.

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