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Rand McNally integrates mobile communications with TMW Systems

Rand McNally announced its mobile communication systems are now certified and integrated with two applications from TMW Systems Inc. Fleets that use TMWSuite or TL2000 can pull data from Rand McNally’s TND 760 and TruckPC in-cab devices through their TMW products. The TMW-certified integration pulls critical data from Rand McNally’s in-cab systems via Rand McNally […]

June 28, 2012

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TND nav unit with Wi-Fi connectivity

Rand McNally has introduced the IntelliRoute TND 720, a 7-in. truck-specific GPS with Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing for real-time weather information and display, and new hardware with a rugged casing, video input and a brighter screen. Wi-Fi connectivity allows drivers to get real-time weather maps and updates on the road to help anticipate delays. Drivers can […]

June 8, 2012

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GPS available in Internationals

Rand McNally and Navistar Inc. on Thursday, Nov. 3, announced an agreement to make Rand McNally’s IntelliRoute TND truck GPS units available as an in-dash option in International trucks starting next year. Navistar will begin offering an in-dash version of the high-definition 7-inch IntelliRoute TND 710 navigation unit for new truck production in January 2012. […]

November 7, 2011

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Trucker wins GPS system

Bill Stewart, a St. Louis resident, won a Rand McNally IntelliRoute TND 500 Model Trucker GPS system, Truck Centers Inc. said. The dealer network held a drawing for the GPS system and other prizes in honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation week. Visit Truck Centers online for more information.

October 3, 2011

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McLeod apps upgraded

Rand McNally’s TruckPC and TND 760 Fleet Edition products are now available on McLeod’s LoadMaster Enterprise and Powerbroker Version 10.3 apps, the map maker announced. Data such as vehicle position, messaging between cab and dispatch, and hours of service details for each driver are available on the products. Visit Rand McNally for details.

September 26, 2011

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My talk with the $25,000-winning ‘Navigator of the Year’

I got the grand opportunity to meet an owner-operator at the Great American Trucking Show last week who holds something of a grand distinction of being the only OO I know who’s had a $25,000 check written to him just for being who he is. That owner-operator is St. Louis-based Edward Crumer (pictured), leased to […]

September 2, 2011

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Rand McNally announces contest winner, map upgrade program

GPS manufacturer Rand McNally named Edward Crumer, an owner-operator for Allied Van Lines, as its 2011 Navigator of the Year and recipient of $25,000, the company announced Friday. The company says Crumer was selected because of his hauls — he carries belongings to families of fallen soldiers — and his story of navigating through Rogers […]

August 26, 2011

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Rand McNally offers GPS traffic feature

Over-the-road GPS units offer past and real-time traffic views.

March 30, 2011

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Motor Carriers Road Atlas

The 30th Edition Motor Carriers Road Atlas includes revised state and province maps, with updated mileages, additional suburb, town and small city names and better urban area representation. The maps have updates that show trucking-designated highways from the Surface Transportation Assistance Act. Changes in the truck-specific state contact information include operating authority contacts, emergency police […]

August 3, 2010

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Rand McNally unveils expanded GPS device

IntelliRoute TND 700 has a 7-inch state-of-the-art high-definition screen and enhanced software features.

March 25, 2010