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Protests over AI data centers could disrupt freight deliveries this weekend

A nationwide day of protests targeting AI data centers in the United States on Saturday, July 18, could create delivery delays and operational challenges for providers serving the affected facilities, according to supply chain risk management firm Overhaul. Demonstrations are planned in more than 140 cities in 24 US states.

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Geotab Launches AI Connect to Access Fleet Data

Geotab released a new Model Context Protocol (MCP) Connector designed to provide fleets with secure access to live telematics data via artificial intelligence platforms. The connector is built on the MCP open standard framework, allowing customers to connect fleet data with their preferred AI tools — including ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft

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AI Adoption Grows in Fleets, But Weak Data Infrastructure Limits Returns: Fleet Advantage

Private fleets are quickly embracing genetic AI, but poor data quality and integration issues are preventing many from unlocking its full operational value, according to new research from Fleet Advantage. The company released findings from its latest Use of Artificial Intelligence in Fleets survey during the National Private Trucking Council's

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Rising diesel costs widen gap between new, aging trucks, data shows

A new analysis by Fleet Advantage shows that fleets using older equipment face significantly higher operating costs as diesel prices rise, enhancing the business opportunity for faster replacement cycles. The company's latest Truck Lifecycle Data Index (TLDI) compares total operating costs for Class 8 trucks from the 2022-2026 model years

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Descartes Launches Artificial Intelligence Powered Fleet Data Intelligence Platform

Descartes Systems Group introduced new artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to the Global Logistics Network with the introduction of the Descartes Fleet Data Intelligence platform, designed to help operators improve delivery processes and reduce costs. The platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze large volumes of real-world execution data,

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Resilience, data and leadership key for trucking executives: Panel

Today's leaders say the way fleets respond to disruption is changing. Instead of reacting with top-down mandates, successful leaders now rely on emotional intelligence, resilient decision-making and data-driven insights to guide teams through volatile markets, panelists said during Trucking HR Canada's Women with Drive Summit in Toronto on March 5.

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Phillips Connect integrates smart trailer data into McLeod TMS

Phillips Connect a new integration with McLeod Software which brings real-time smart trailer data directly into the McLeod Transportation Management System (TMS), giving fleets greater visibility into trailer tires, lighting and brake health, along with real-time location and status of cargo. The integration is available in fleets across North America.

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Crown Data Systems publishes AI alerts

Air freight software provider Crown Data Systems introduced AI Alerts, a feature in the Crown Freight Manager platform that automates the manual process of entering shipping information received from shippers and shippers. According to the company, cartage agents can use the tool to transfer email shipping notifications and bills of

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Motive introduces AI Answers chat tool to simplify data analysis

Motive launched its new AI Answers tool at the American Trucking Associations Management Conference & Exhibition, calling it the first AI conversation tool for physical operations. It understands natural language questions and provides immediate answers on topics from fleet safety to fuel efficiency and maintenance costs. It enables operations personnel

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Dashcam data can make or break fleets

Fleets that rush to hand over dash cam footage after a crash could be in legal trouble. Paul Root, partner at Scopelitis, said the first mistake many fleets make after an incident is sharing video without legal review. Speaking during a legal and compliance panel at the Isaac Instruments user