Rand McNally rolls out AI-based Automated Event Ranking feature

Rand McNally has rolled out a new Practical AI framework within its SafetyDirect platform it says uses machine learning to measure driver and vehicle performance data.

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: ‘Cautious optimism’ returning, Q3 earnings from TFI, Mullen

Trucking conditions continue to improve, according to FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index. That’s largely driven by falling diesel prices, as freight conditions remain tough. Motive notes there is cautious optimism returning…

Volvo, Daimler Truck sign binding agreement to form software-defined vehicle JV

Volvo Group and Daimler Truck have signed a binding agreement to form a joint venture that will develop a software-defined vehicle platform. The 50/50 JV aims to set an industry…

Isaac taps AI to take guesswork out of fuel mileage through Fuel Equivalent

Isaac Instruments is leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to bring new data products to its customers, which the company says will provide operational improvements and a quick return…

Isaac Instruments hosts first U.S. user conference

The past year has been eventful for Isaac Instruments and the trucking industry alike, said chief executive officer and co-founder Jacques DeLarochelliere during the company’s English User Conference in Dallas,…

Isaac Instruments user conference explores top industry concerns, economy

The realities of a prolonged trucking recession were reflected in the latest Top Industry Issues survey conducted by the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), with the driver shortage falling to…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Trailer orders concerning, but spot market turning for the better

The trailer order season started weak, “well below expectations,” according to one industry forecaster, causing concerns about the remainder of 2024 and into next year. There’s mounting evidence that cash-strapped…

Steve’s Livestock Transport HR manager named HR Leader of the Year

Colleen Tesarski, human resources manager, people and culture with Steve’s Livestock Transport was named the HR Leader of the Year during a special presentation by Trucking HR Canada. The award…

Trucking HR Canada recognizes 104 trucking companies as Top Fleet Employers

More than 100 Canadian trucking companies were recognized Oct. 17 as the top employers in the sector. The awards were doled out during Trucking HR Canada’s Top Fleet Employers awards…

What about RNG? Proponents worry the clean fuel isn’t getting a fair shake

Renewable natural gas (RNG) doesn’t get much love from environmental regulators such as the EPA and California Air Resources Board (CARB). Engine makers don’t earn credits for selling natural gas…

Tips for handling DEF as winter approaches

As another Canadian winter approaches, can problems with diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) be far behind? Bill O’Ryan, senior manager of DEF with the American Petroleum Institute (API) says drivers and…

Economic conditions are top concern among trucking execs

The economic outlook was top of mind for fleet executives attending the American Trucking Associations Management Conference & Exhibition. And it emerged, for the second consecutive year, as the top…

ATA’s Costello feels a return to normal is in the cards in 2025

A return to “normal” is likely in store for the North American trucking industry over the next year, an environment the industry hasn’t experienced since before the pandemic. Bob Costello,…

Labor minister proposes 90-day strike freeze, special mediator at Port of Montreal

Federal Labor Minister Steven MacKinnon is proposing a special mediator in contract talks at the Port of Montreal for a three-month period during which strikes and lockouts would be off…

ATA leader addresses environmental regs, union thuggery, nuclear verdicts

In his 10th Management Conference & Exhibition speech as president and chief executive officer of the American Trucking Associations (ATA), Chris Spear said the association must be prepared to work…