Also: Three-way texting platform helps last-mile delivery fleets better solve issues

View in browser   |   Commercial Carrier Journal     Technology Weekly     Alternative power   OEMs say massive cash incentives needed for EV adoption   EVs are twice the price of internal combustion trucks. Then tack on the cost of infrastructure, driver and technician training, and new shop equipment. Without massive cash incentives, like what California offers, OEMs say EVs simply won't catch on.   EVs are twice the price of internal combustion trucks. Then tack on the cost of infrastructure, driver and technician training, and new shop equipment. Without massive cash incentives, like what California offers, OEMs say EVs simply won't catch on.   Technology   Three-way texting platform helps last-mile delivery fleets better solve issues   Also: Middle-mile tech-powered freight network WARP integrates with shipping visibility platform project44; HDVI expands commercial insurance coverage to Oklahoma; and Global Cloud Fleet introduces a new AI dashcam.   Business   Insurance renewal tips for trucking fleets   There’s no quick fix for discounted rates or to be viewed as a safe fleet by your insurance company, but there are things carriers can do to set up long-term successes.   Regulations   Proposal to mandate automatic emergency braking systems announced   NHTSA and FMCSA will jointly issue a rulemaking proposal to require AEB on new trucks with a GVWR over 10,000 pounds. Also: Load board equipping 800 trucks with autonomous tech for long runs; Volvo testing impacts of extreme heat, cold on electric trucks.   Battery electric   So much hinges on EV battery spec'ing and lifecycle management   Studying EV battery chemistry, energy density and lifecycle management will pay off in the long run.       Advertisement     4SEE by Grote is the latest big innovation in the smart trailer space. Learn how you can optimize your safety, security, efficiency and cost savings.   Click Here to Learn More           Sign up Did someone forward you this email? Sign up here   Contact Advertising|Editorial   You are receiving this email because you subscribed to receive relevant news from Commercial Carrier Journal.   Unsubscribe here   © 2023 All rights reserved. | Randall-Reilly 3200 Rice Mine Road NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 USA   About Randall Reilly LLC.