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Business

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“I think our son may be a cat burglar … Sometimes, technology makes life harder than it needs to be.”

March 9, 2015

Channel 19

In the huddle with football, fleet stats

GPS tracking/analytics software provider Fleetmatics’ “Huddle Up” infographic riffs on answer to this question: “If fleets were football teams, how would they fare?”

February 5, 2015

Electronic Logging Devices

KeepTruckin enables GPS location

With the latest update to the KeepTruckin logbook for iPhone and Android and fleet management dashboard, fleets can view drivers’ current locations on an interactive map.

February 3, 2015

Electronic Logging Devices

J.J. Keller e-log system updated to reflect restart change

The recent enforcement suspension of the 34-hour restart restrictions has been incorporated into J. J. Keller’s Encompass E-Log system, the company announced.

January 14, 2015

Channel 19

BigRoad follows through on e-log with engine connection

The NASTC show was among its first public debuts, as BigRoad emphasized the company’s been focusing on keeping up with demand from the fleets and operators among current app users, with around 800 units shipped so far.

November 10, 2014

Business

E-log software, hardware alliance

The BigRoad provider of logbook apps and other software and NexLink Communications, a distributor of wireless devices, are teaming up to launch the “Open Truck Alliance.”

November 6, 2014

Equipment

New remote diagnostics functions, fuel-efficiency upgrades from Navistar

Navistar’s OnCommand Connection remote diagnostics system gets enhancements; new fuel-efficient powertrain pairing for ProStar.

October 7, 2014

Business

New O/O biz software

TruckLogics is the newest entrant into the mobile-capable owner-operator business software market, with dispatching, invoicing, maintenance and other expense tracking, IFTA reporting and other functionality.

September 22, 2014

Business

ELD, fleet management system maker Omnitracs buying competitor XRS for $178M

Omnitracs, a provider of fleet management systems to transportation and logistics companies, announced Sept. 2 that it has agreed to acquire XRS Corporation for $178 million.

September 2, 2014

Channel 19

Telematics boost, demand driving interoperable standard

Will the “Connected Vehicle” future have any benefit to independents? Exploring some of the possibilities here with Hirschbach Motor Lines’ Jim Coffren’s take from the fleet side.

August 22, 2014

Business

Rand McNally unveils new IntelliRoute truck-specific GPS, mobile ELD compatibility

Rand McNally introduced Aug. 21 at the Great American Trucking Show new, updated versions of its line of truck-specific GPS units, the IntelliRoute TND. It also announced its HD 100 electronic logging device now works with smart phones, tablets and its IntelliRoute GPS devices.

August 22, 2014

Business

TruckingOffice bookkeeping software introduces upgraded version with load planning and tracking functionality

Owner-operator/small-fleet software provider TruckingOffice announced a newly upgraded version of its online package, TruckingOffice Pro, designed to meet customer demand for more complex hauling,

August 22, 2014