Federal Express Corp. has purchased OmniTracs mobile communications units from Qualcomm, Inc. to achieve greater equipment visibility and a higher level of service reliability. Memphis, TN-based Federal Express will also implement Qualcomm’s SensorTracs driver performance monitoring
Read More →Consolidated Freightways offers its entire routing and service directory through the Internet. Located at http://www.cfwy.com, the guide gives customers access to the latest routing and service information, both domestically and internationally. The web site also offers a
Read More →Payne & Associates has released full-fleet operating software as well as internet locator and load tracking software. Visual Dispatch, a Windows 32-bit application controls the entire fleet dispatch operation, performing order entry, equipment/driver assignment, load optimization, routing,
Read More →Computer Methods Corp. has formed EnGenius, a subsidiary specializing in solutions for system and component diagnosis, inspection, tracking, evaluation and communication. Customers include fleets, heavy truck manufacturers and tire manufacturers. Key offerings include the PC-based MultiCom products
Read More →Cellport has introduced MobileWeb, a $695 box that connects to a vehicle’s electrical wiring to collect information about its health such as oil level and vehicle location. The box collects the information in HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
Read More →Information Software has released Prophesy LogPlus version 2.1 for Windows—an automated log audit system which checks driver logs for violations. As logs are entered, system checks for 10 hour, 15 hour, speeding, cumulative and other violations. Users
Read More →One lucky winner will receive a completely restored 1955 Ford F100 pickup truck in the Winross Great Giveaway Sweepstakes. The truck’s frame, body, upholstered cab and engine have been completely rebuilt and reassembled by the Winross Restorations
Read More →Melton Truck Lines driver C.W. McGuire, Lockwood, MO, has been hononored with a 1 million mile safety award. According to the 10-year trucking veteran, the key to being a safe driver is to “pay attention, stay alert
Read More →Transportation Specialists Insurance Agency has been formed to provide truck insurance for the professional driver. Located in Flying J Travel Plazas, the company will electronically market insurance through the Roadlink kiosk system. Staffed with insurance professionals who have
Read More →CFI, Joplin, MO, has launched a web site featuring company information and job opportunities for over-the-road drivers. Located at http://www.cfi-us.com, the site allows drivers to apply for employment, review company statistics, meet the drivers of the month
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