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Electronic Logging Devices

Computer-assisted logs: To print or not to print

If you’re using a mobile-device logging app or a laptop-based program for hours of service, don’t leave those printers at home just yet.

July 11, 2014

Business

PC*Miler software update

Version 28 includes new tools and enhanced functionality geared around the need for greater customization, providing the safest, most effective routing for each customer’s specific business needs.

June 27, 2014

Business

BigRoad plans 395.15 compliant e-log, integrates with Sylectus

BigRoad COO and cofounder Terry Frey estimates end-of-summer for the e-log, while Sylectus TMS integration with the BigRoad logging app is live today.

June 25, 2014

Business

XRS update automates IFTA

Electronic-log and in-vehicle communications software developer XRS’ latest software release debuted Sunday, June 22. The new features and enhancements include the debut of XRS Trip Management, automated IFTA filing, upgrades to FLX Forms editing and overall improvements to system performance.

June 23, 2014

Electronic Logging Devices

KeepTruckin plans to offer free ELD to its pre-mandate e-logbook users

That is, should the mandate take effect. With FMCSA hoping for a 2016 compliance date, KeepTruckin says it’s developing the hardware to satisfy the ELD mandate now.

April 16, 2014

Business

Continental unveils three new truck tires, new ELD options

Offering a glimpse into the next decade of transportation in North America, Continental’s Paul Williams, unveiled three new truck tires designed to fit applications that are expected to grow in prominence through 2025

March 26, 2014

Business

uShip, eBay ink agreement on larger-than-parcel items

uShip will be a featured option for buyer-arranged transport in eBay categories were items of 150 lbs. or greater are common.

March 10, 2014

Channel 19

BulkLoads board buys CoopsOpen app

The CoopsOpen app allows users to simply update station statuses as they pass scales — joining ScaleChek and Overdrive’s own Trucker Tools with similar functionality.

February 27, 2014

Business

Sylectus launches iPhone app

The app enables automated tracking of loads in near real-time and offers new image capture and indexing capabilities.

February 7, 2014

Business

Drivewyze: Free weigh-station alert function for app

The PreClear weigh-station bypassing service is out in a new version, PreClear 3.0, which includes a feature available to app users without a subscription — a free nationwide weigh station and inspection site alert service.

January 30, 2014

Business

New app from Double Coin

Manufacturer Double Coin Tires and marketer CMA have launched a new smartphone application for iPhone and Android platforms. The free Double Coin Tires mobile application uses GPS (Global Positioning System) to enable the ability to search for Double Coin dealer locations within a user’s geographic location as well as within a specified radius or along a route. […]

January 29, 2014

Business

The ‘new-and-improved’ laptop blues

“I want the exact same computer I had before, with the exact same hardware, only new and not bashed up from 30K miles in an 18 wheeler. Try explaining this simple concept to one of The Borg who man the counters at Best Buy.”

April 24, 2013