Fleet management leader Omnitracs has announced the company’s continued participation in the national Wreaths Across America program. For the seventh consecutive year, Omnitracs has donated $25,000 for the purchase of 2,500 wreaths to be laid on the graves of our nation’s veterans. To date, Omnitracs has donated $175,000 toward the cause. National Wreaths Across America […]
For the month of November on a preliminary basis, classes 5-8 order data shows the industry booked 36,600 net orders. “Class 8 net orders rebounded to 19,500 units for the month,” said Kenny Vieth, ACT’s president and senior analyst. “This follows cancellation-impacted October net orders of 13,900 units. But for cancellations, Class 8 net orders […]
Freight tracking software provider MacroPoint has announced that 10-4 Systems, a supply chain software company, is licensing MacroPoint’s technology. Here’s the plan: To combine 10-4’s supply chain visibility technology and MacroPoint’s freight tracking software, for an enhanced customer experience for both shippers and carriers. The approach is able to provide automated alerts for shipments running early, […]
If present is prologue, the explosive growth in ride-sharing services and related investments will fuel the sales of autonomous, or self-driving cars, to explosive levels over the next decade. In fact, a new report from Juniper Research says self-driving cars will reach 14.5 million in 2025, up significantly from only a few thousands in 2020, […]
SF Motors, with support from Ann Arbor SPARK, the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC), and Pittsfield Township, recently chose the Ann Arbor region for its U.S. research and development operations, where the group will invest more than $10.7 million and plan to create 150 new jobs. SF Motors is a subsidiary of auto manufacturer and […]
Troubled car maker Volkswagen has announced plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs over the next five years in an attempt to cut costs, and boost the bottom line, following the recent emissions scandal. The stakes are indeed high. The VW brand has struggled with profitability for years. Compounding the problem is VW’s own self-inflicted […]
Leading shipping and logistics provider DHL Express announced it is continuing its investment plan for the United States and the Americas, earmarking $185 million for infrastructure, technology, and people. The company has created some 900 new jobs in 2016 alone. The company stressed that in addition to investing in its operations in the U.S., DHL […]
Computer chip giant Intel and its CEO, Brian Krzanich, have announced that Intel Capital is targeting more than $250 million of additional new investments over the next two years “to make fully autonomous driving a reality.” The investments are geared to advancing technologies that focus on next-generation connectivity, communication, context awareness, deep learning, security, safety and […]
by Suzanne Guinn, ClipperCreek After deciding to buy a plug-in electric vehicle, often the next decision is to purchase a Level 2 charging station for faster charging at home. The technical name as defined in the National Electric Code for these products is EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment), commonly called charging stations. Safety might not […]
Heavy duty vehicle lift leader Stertil-Koni has announced the official launch of its new, fully responsive company website showcasing the latest innovations in heavy duty vehicle lifting systems and related shop equipment and accessories for the North American marketplace. Designed to immediately address and re-calibrate to fit the viewing screens of all visitors regardless of […]
