‘Mild’ recession coming, but trucking should weather it well: Costello

A mild recession is all but unavoidable, but trucking’s inability to add capacity due to supply chain disruptions over the past two years means the industry is better positioned than…

ISAAC evolves in-cab tech with automation and predictive workflows

ISAAC continues to evolve how in-cab technology makes life easier for truck drivers and fleet managers with integrated TMS data and apps. As a trucking tech…

Isaac now a McLeod Certification Integration Partner

Isaac Instruments is now a McLeod Certified Integration Partner, making it possible for fleets to view Hours of Service data and other Isaac-generated information through LoadMaster’s Symphony Mobile Communications Module.

Unlocking the full potential of telematics for fleet maintenance

Many in the trucking industry automatically associate telematics with GPS tracking, Hours of Service compliance, and little more. However, as fleets begin to explore what else telematics systems can do,…

Isaac unveils series of digital upgrades

Isaac has unveiled several updates to its digital solutions for the trucking industry. Drivers can now monitor wheel retorquing requirements through the Isaac InControl tablet, while mechanics and safety…

Isaac Instruments expands in U.S.

Isaac Instruments has added to its Ohio operations to speed the shipment of replacement parts. “This new location allows Isaac to better serve our U.S. fleet clients, and positions the…

Isaac Instruments unveils several updates with Solution 5.07

Isaac Instruments has integrated an array of updates through Isaac Solution 5.07, building on Canadian ELD functions. Route navigation has been enhanced through CoPilot Truck, which includes tools to identify…

Isaac integrates BlackBerry Radar into Open Platform

Isaac Instruments’ Open Platform will now integrate BlackBerry Radar, establishing a single console that offers fleet managers a broader look at tractor-trailer operations. The addition of BlackBerry Radar sensors…

‘Sunsetting’ 3G networks could require border-crossing fleets to upgrade ELDs

Canada’s electronic logging device (ELD) mandate will not be enforced until June 12, but plans to “sunset” 3G cellular networks could require some border-crossing fleets to upgrade legacy devices before…

Ontario officers begin ELD training, bus operators getting one-year reprieve

Ontario Ministry of Transportation personnel are now in the midst of lessons about electronic logging devices (ELDs) as they prepare to enforce related rules beginning June 12, 2022. “We’re going…

Isaac Instruments CEO highlights year of challenges and successes

The trucking industry has faced a challenging year, but Isaac Instruments can point to achievements including a rapidly expanding team and some of Canada’s first certified electronic logging devices (ELDs).

Clock is ticking as ELD enforcement deadlines loom

Federally regulated trucks that lack certified electronic logging device (ELDs) could receive formal warnings as early as December if they travel through Alberta or Manitoba – even though Transport Canada…

Isaac ELDs certified for Canadian mandate

Isaac Instruments says it has secured third-party certification for its electronic logging devices (ELDs), currently making it the largest supplier to meet a federal mandate’s underlying technical standards. The approval…

Can a computerized in-cab coach make you a better driver?

As with most things in trucking, even how we coach drivers has been transformed by technology. Computer-generated driver scorecards allow fleets to identify drivers who are at the greatest risk…

Dash cam crime solvers

Truck drivers and fleets began equipping their vehicles with dash cams initially to protect themselves. In some cases, the footage captured by these cameras is assisting law enforcement in conducting…