Many fleets say 2018 was one of their best years ever, but smaller carriers (1-100 trucks), while growing, struggle with challenges such as drivers, high fuel and insurance costs, government regulations and fierce competition. HDT has an exclusive first look at a new survey by Bibby Financial Services.
March 21, 2019
A unified and open computing platform shared by all its product lines, customers, and vendors is a key to Trimble’s businesses within the trucking and logistics space.
September 12, 2018
Whether you rip out your old system or upgrade your current one, keeping pace with technology is key to success.
July 2, 2018
Every aspect of a fleet’s operation is being affected by technology; embracing it is critical for future success.
June 21, 2018
ZF has deep roots as a technology pioneer. In this exclusive HDT interview, Mitja Schulz, senior VP and general manager of commercial steering systems for ZF TRW, talks about how the company is serving both North American fleets and OEMs with a growing portfolio of advanced vehicle systems.
March 19, 2018
Omnitracs’ new computing platform, Omnitracs One, is the latest reflection of the trend by technology providers to move from closed, proprietary systems – those in which their software runs on their proprietary hardware – to open systems.
March 2, 2018
Analyzing data can improve operations, safety, uptime, profits, and more, but for a lot of fleets the hardest question to answer is where to begin?
December 14, 2017
Trucking in the 21st Century is our 10-part series and accompanying web-only coverage of the rapid technological changes impacting trucking and logistics.
February 2, 2017
The size of the truck parts and service aftermarket has grown to $107 billion and independent parts and service providers are stepping up their game to ensure they have the necessary skills, tools and technology to meet fleets’ needs.
March 23, 2016
Most trucking software in daily use is provided by Software-as-a-Service subscription-based delivery model.
February 19, 2016
The trucking industry aftermarket is being bombarded with technology, and that trend is not likely to go away any time soon, according to industry analyst Derek Kaufman.
February 2, 2016
There are hundreds of applications for commercial truck drivers and fleet managers and more are announced every week - so how do you navigate the blizzard of mobile apps to find the best ones for you?
December 15, 2015
Workflow can take automation way beyond simply replacing the pen and paper with a smartphone into which a driver keys information.
October 15, 2015
Trucking companies make significant investments in software systems — to become more efficient, safer and more profitable. But not all have the same level of success.
September 22, 2015
The key disrupter in recent years has been the Internet, which has changed the way a number of industries operate. In trucking, e-commerce has profoundly affected trucking operations, especially those that serve retailers.
June 19, 2015
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