Trucking Tech Today: Key software and AI updates shaping fleet safety and efficiency
Key takeaways
- AI tools help fleets cut costs, boost compliance, and keep trucks safer on the road.
- Smarter data use improves routing, maintenance, and fuel cost visibility.
- Automated systems reduce admin work, giving drivers and fleets more uptime.
New McLeod Software update adds web-based tools for dispatch and load tracking
McLeod Software has launched Version 25.2 of its transportation management solution (TMS), delivering a redesigned user experience for freight brokers and carriers. The release introduces enhancements to LoadMaster, PowerBroker, DocumentPower, and MPact that aim to reduce complexity, increase visibility, and improve decision-making.
“Working hand in hand with our customers, we completely re-engineered the user experience with this release—transforming the way they work by delivering faster performance, greater power, and a refreshingly intuitive feel,” Tom McLeod, CEO and founder of McLeod Software, said.
LoadMaster//web now allows access to dispatch and load management tools from any location with an internet connection, while PowerBroker//web adds features such as multi-select load planning and automated status updates. The release also introduces role-based dashboards, AI-assisted communication tools, and expanded options for driver communication and document management. Learn more…
Motive and Fleetio expand integration to improve fleet maintenance and cost control
Motive and Fleetio recently announced an expanded integration that centralizes fuel, maintenance, and telematics data to reduce manual tasks and improve fleet visibility. This integration introduces automated two-way DVIR syncing to strengthen compliance and fuel transaction syncing to streamline cost tracking and IFTA reporting.
“This integration brings together fuel, telematics, and maintenance data in a way that helps companies not just react to challenges but get ahead of them,” Stefano Daneri, fleet ecosystem strategist at Fleetio, said. “It’s all about turning data into action, action into uptime, and uptime into long-term performance.”
Since 2018, the two companies have partnered to unify maintenance and telematics data, and the expanded integration now delivers predictive insights and AI-driven automation to improve safety, compliance, and cost control for fleets. Learn more…
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Carrier Logistics FACTS platform improves efficiency for BSP Trans operations
Carrier Logistics (CLI) announced that BSP Trans has achieved operational improvements after adopting the FACTS transportation management system.
“FACTS has reduced the time spent on administrative processes and by our drivers, lowered our costs in measurable ways, and ultimately improved customer service for our shippers,” John McKenna, VP of operations at BSP Trans, said.
BSP Trans, based in Londonderry, New Hampshire, operates six terminals across New England and maintains a fleet of 70 power units and more than 150 trailers for airfreight and linehaul services. The carrier uses FACTS to manage dispatch, driver operations, rating, and back-office tasks while also leveraging AI-enabled features like route optimization, customer scheduling, and dock management. CLI President Ben Wiesen stated that BSP Trans has already realized greater efficiency and cost savings while gaining a scalable platform to support long-term service and growth. Learn more…
Noregon launches DLA+ 3.0 XBT adapter for commercial vehicle diagnostics
Noregon has launched the DLA+ 3.0 XBT, the latest addition to its DLA family of adapters, designed to connect shop devices to all makes of commercial vehicles and heavy-duty equipment for diagnostics and inspections. The adapter offers both wired and wireless connectivity, including Bluetooth pairing through an exterior button for faster connections, which inspired the “XBT” name.
“The release of this innovative adapter is another step toward ensuring technicians have the tools they need to fix all fleet vehicles and equipment,” Brian Sexton, product manager for Noregon, said.
The device is future-proofed with compatibility for Diagnostics over Internet Protocol (DoIP), the ability to measure electrical properties, and Smart Cable technology for auto-detection of cable types. RP1210C-compliant and compatible with JPRO as well as most major OE diagnostic software, the DLA+ 3.0 XBT is available on Noregon’s website and included in adapter kit bundles. Learn more…
Fleetworthy expands AI strategy to improve fleet safety and compliance
Fleetworthy recently announced advances in its enterprise-wide artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, integrating AI across its solutions to improve safety, compliance, toll management, and weigh station bypass. The company’s AI strategy emphasizes streamlining operations, reducing costs, and enhancing decision-making while maintaining a responsible approach to adoption.
“At Fleetworthy, we believe the future of fleet management is powered by intelligent technology that supports the people behind the wheel and in the back office,” Shay Demmons, CPO of Fleetworthy, said. “Our AI strategy is built on delivering practical, high-impact solutions that make fleets safer, more efficient, and more prepared for what’s next. By integrating AI across our product portfolio, we’re helping our customers unlock real operational value today while laying the groundwork for the predictive, connected fleet technology of tomorrow.”
The strategy includes continuous monitoring with AI alerting to identify risks, AI-powered audit readiness to address compliance issues proactively, and predictive toll intelligence to forecast costs and optimize routes. Fleetworthy has also enhanced its AI capabilities across its major brands, including Bestpass and Drivewyze. Learn more…