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Volvo Autonomous Solutions Reveals Prototype Long-Haul Autonomous Truck
Volvo Autonomous Solutions and Aurora have a unveiled a prototype of Volvo Trucks’ long-haul VNL model, integrated with Aurora Driver technology, representing an important step towards launching fully autonomous Class 8 trucks commercially in North America. “Volvo Autonomous Solutions is proud to take our first, major steps toward the autonomous Volvo VNL in North America,”…
Read MoreFord Launches VIIZR Field Service Tool for Small Business
Ford has announced the launch of VIIZR, a new field service tool built on Salesforce and designed to meet the needs of the small business owners. VIIZR helps small businesses simplify key commercial activities such as invoicing, scheduling and managing requests, so they can focus on serving their customers from anywhere. “For more than 100…
Read MoreWisconsin Assembly Bill #297 Signed into Law
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signed into law Assembly Bill 297, now 2021 Wisconsin Act 115, to address safety for roadside workers, police, fire, tow operators and highway workers. “Distracted or negligent driving is dangerous and can even be deadly. This bill is a critical step in ensuring the safety of workers on our roads, whether…
Read MoreAlabama Tow Operator Struck and Killed While Loading Disabled Vehicle
A tow operator was struck and killed Monday morning at approximately 9 a.m. as he loaded a disabled vehicle in Saraland, Ala. Jonathan Neesmith, 40, was on the shoulder of northbound I-65 when he was hit by a northbound vehicle. He was taken to University Hospital in Mobile, Ala., where he died from his injuries.…
Read MoreThe Most Wonderful Time of the Year
When Thanksgiving arrived, I immediately turned on the local radio station that plays Christmas music. My husband said, “bah humbug.” Not so much to be like Ebenezer Scrooge from A Christmas Carol, but for him, it was too early to hear Christmas music. Not for me. While I like listening and singing along to songs…
Read MorePACCAR Parts Earns 2022 Military Friendly® Employer Designation
PACCAR Parts has earned the official 2022 Military Friendly® Employer designation. The award is based on PACCAR Parts’ efforts to provide rewarding career paths for veterans and by building strong partnerships with organizations like Hiring Our Heroes, a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Organizations earning the Military Friendly® Employer designation were evaluated using public data…
Read MoreDaimler Trucks North America and Platform Science Introduce Virtual Vehicle
Source: Daimler Trucks North America press release Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), in collaboration with Platform Science, a leading connected vehicle platform, has announced the launch of Virtual Vehicle™, the first open OEM platform that enables fleets to access telematics, software solutions, real-time vehicle data, and third-party applications directly from their vehicles. In addition, the…
Read MoreRene Jimenez Joins B/A Products Co.
Rene Jimenez has joined B/A Products Co. in Columbia, Md., where he will provide a key role for B/A, working to bridge the gap between end-users, distributors, B/A, and OEMs through informing and innovating products for the industry, leveraging 30 years of hands-on experience. “Born into the industry, Rene grew up in the family business,…
Read MoreS’mores
I was opening the wrapper for a Hershey’s milk chocolate bar (you know me and chocolate) and on the back of the wrapper was a suggestion to spend s’more time together. S’mores is a campfire treat consisting of a toasted marshmallow and a layer of chocolate sandwiched between two graham crackers. I liked the way…
Read MoreAround the World with Miller Industries, Equipment Financing, Tennessee Tow Show and Museum Weekend Review and More
The Tow Times December issue features a look at international towing companies from Miller Industries, highlights from the 2021 Tennessee Tow Show and Museum Weekend in Chattanooga, Tenn., towing equipment purchasing and financing, light-duty vehicle rollovers and recoveries, and Canadian towing companies partner to recover a damaged propane tanker. Find all this and more in…
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