Business Management ‘Mild’ recession coming, but trucking should weather it well: Costello November 16, 2022 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…
Paid Equipment ISAAC evolves in-cab tech with automation and predictive workflows October 3, 2022 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…
Software Isaac now a McLeod Certification Integration Partner September 23, 2022 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.
Business Management Unlocking the full potential of telematics for fleet maintenance July 29, 2022 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,…
Software Isaac unveils series of digital upgrades July 12, 2022 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…
Equipment Isaac Instruments expands in U.S. June 20, 2022 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…
Software Isaac Instruments unveils several updates with Solution 5.07 March 25, 2022 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…
Software, Trailers Isaac integrates BlackBerry Radar into Open Platform March 14, 2022 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…
Transportation ‘Sunsetting’ 3G networks could require border-crossing fleets to upgrade ELDs November 24, 2021 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…
Transportation Ontario officers begin ELD training, bus operators getting one-year reprieve November 22, 2021 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…
Transportation Isaac Instruments CEO highlights year of challenges and successes November 16, 2021 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).
Transportation Clock is ticking as ELD enforcement deadlines loom October 19, 2021 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…
Transportation Isaac ELDs certified for Canadian mandate October 12, 2021 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…
Business Management Can a computerized in-cab coach make you a better driver? September 1, 2021 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…
Health & Safety Dash cam crime solvers July 20, 2021 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…