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Equipmentby StaffJanuary 14, 2020

Fontaine Modification to Offer Samsara Hardware Installation

Fontaine Modification is now offering installation of Samsara hardware, including Vehicle Gateways, Asset Gateways, AI dash cams, and Environmental Monitors. The hardware can be installed at Fontaine’s nine locations across the U.S.

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Equipmentby StaffJanuary 14, 2020

US Tarp Names New President/CEO

US Tarp, which makes load containment and cargo protection tarping systems and aftermarket parts for tarp systems, has named Thomas J. Bronz president and CEO.

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Fleet Managementby StaffJanuary 14, 2020

Transplace Acquires Transportation Collaboration Company Lanehub

Transplace, a third-party logistics provider with a focus on technology and data, is upping its game with the acquisition of Lanehub, a cloud-based platform that makes it easier for shippers and carriers to collaborate.

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Equipmentby StaffJanuary 14, 2020

ATRI Research Redefines Role of Government in Autonomous Truck Testing

The American Transportation Research Institute has published a new report that looks at how government regulations are affecting the evolution of autonomous vehicle technology, as well as the role government plays in the testing and overseeing of these technologies in the real world.

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Equipmentby Deborah LockridgeJanuary 14, 2020

Faster Truck Development Cycles Help Muddy the Definition of Production

What does it mean for a medium- or heavy-duty commercial truck to be “in production”? It’s a question that has come up more and more as startup truck makers developing new electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles enter the market, so the North American Council for Freight Efficiency has put out a report attempting to formulate an answer.

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Driversby Deborah LockridgeJanuary 13, 2020

Judge Extends Restraining Order Keeping California from Enforcing AB5 in Trucking

Trucking companies using owner-operators in California can breathe a sigh of relief for now, as a judge has extended a temporary restraining order keeping officials from enforcing the onerous terms of its AB5 independent contractor law against motor carriers.

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Fleet Managementby StaffJanuary 13, 2020

Phillips Tapped to Head Universal Logistics Holdings

Universal Logistics Holdings appointed Tim Phillips CEO, president, and member of the board, effective Jan. 10.

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Equipmentby StaffJanuary 13, 2020

Hendrickson Names New COO to Oversee All Divisions

Hendrickson has promoted Matt Joy to chief operating officer from president and general manager of its Truck group, naming Richard Mudd VP and general manager of Truck Commercial Vehicle Systems and Matt Van Meter VP and general manager of the Specialty Products Group.

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Fleet Managementby Jack RobertsJanuary 13, 2020

U.S. Commits to Lead in Autonomous Vehicle R&D

A new report issued by the U.S. National Science and Technology Council and the U.S. Department of Transportation laid out the Trump administration’s plans to stake out a leadership role for the country in the global race to develop autonomous vehicle technology.

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Fuel Smartsby StaffJanuary 10, 2020

Werner to Put Electric Class 8 Truck Through its Paces

Werner Enterprises announced a pilot program to evaluate an electric-powered truck in year-long stint in southern California.

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