Kenworth TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics introduced an extended subscription coverage option for customers who forego an extended engine warranty plan for their new Kenworth Class 8 models with Paccar MX or Cummins engines.
Volvo and Mack detailed the latest advances in their driver-Initiated Over The Air powertrain updates during the 2020 TMC Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia.
Upgrades to Eaton's IntelliConnect remote diagnostics system builds on the tool that monitors fault codes in near real time, prioritizes critical events, and provides action plans.
Kenworth is adding the TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics system as an option for its medium-duty conventional trucks.
Peterbilt is making Bendix Wingman collision mitigation technology and SmartLinq remote diagnostics available on several medium-duty truck models.
Zonar and Cummins are offering joint customers Cummins Connected Diagnostics with Connected Advisor, two wireless uptime technologies that are included with Cummins engines.
Volvo says its new partnership with SAS will provide greater capabilities for its Remote Diagnostic customers.
Both OEMs say remote programming of software takes less than 20 minutes, providing significant time savings when compared with taking trucks out of service to perform needed updates.
Diagnostic devices on the shop floor are powerful maintenance tools. But as with any new technology, fleets are still learning how to uses them in a cost-effective manner.
Navistar has made its integrated OnCommand Connection Telematics solution available for purchase. It includes OnCommand Connection Telematics, Advanced Remote Diagnostics, and Electronic Driver Log.