
Safe Driver Apprenticeship Program Targets Truck Driver Shortage
The Safe Driver Apprenticeship Program aims to address the ongoing driver shortage in the trucking industry by allowing younger drivers to operate commercial vehicles across state lines.


Effects of Infrastructure Act on Trucking and Fleet Industries
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act allocates funds to enhance transport infrastructure, including roads, ports, and electric vehicle charging, impacting the trucking and fleet sectors.


Coretex Integrates with EROAD to Enhance Global Operations
Coretex has officially merged with EROAD, aiming to leverage combined strengths for global expansion and improved service delivery in key markets.


NZ Commerce Commission Approves EROAD's Coretex Acquisition
EROAD receives clearance for its acquisition of Coretex, enhancing growth potential in North America and Australia while broadening its product offerings.


Canadian hours-of-service rules outlined ahead of ELD mandate
Coretex outlines Canadian hours-of-service rules, including limits for driving and on-duty time, rest requirements and differences for northern operations and cross-border drivers, ahead of the country’s electronic logging device mandate.


Canada’s ELD mandate changes roadside inspection procedures
Canada’s electronic logging device mandate requires commercial truck drivers to replace paper logs from 12 June 2021. Roadside inspectors can review 24-hour and 14-day records on-screen or request electronic transfers, with privacy features available in some ELD systems.


Canada’s ELD mandate sets compliance rules for cross-border carriers
Canada’s electronic logging device mandate requires covered drivers, including those entering from the US, to use certified ELDs from 12 June 2021. A 12-month progressive enforcement period will focus initially on education and awareness.


Impact of 3G Network Shutdown on Fleet Operations
The transition from 3G to 4G and 5G networks is essential for fleet operations, ensuring enhanced connectivity and reliability while mitigating potential business disruptions.


Coretex Launches CoreHub IoT Platform for Construction
Coretex introduces CoreHub, an IoT platform for real-time concrete supply chain insights, showcased at CONEXPO to enhance operational efficiency in the construction sector.


Freight Companies Transition from AOBRD to ELD
Freight companies are adapting to ELD requirements post-mandate, focusing on data integration and driver training to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.


Covino Farms Enhances Food Safety with Coretex Solutions
Covino Farms implements Coretex's monitoring system to improve food safety compliance and enhance the management of its cold chain operations across Australia.


Great Dane and Coretex Partner on FleetPulse Solution
Coretex and Great Dane collaborate to enhance refrigerated fleet management through the FleetPulse telematics solution, streamlining data access for improved operational efficiency.


CoreTemp Solution for Temperature Monitoring Launched
Coretex introduces CoreTemp, a SaaS application enhancing temperature monitoring for the refrigerated supply chain, improving compliance and operational efficiency.


Coretex and Marcotte Systems Integration Enhances Efficiency
The collaboration between Coretex and Marcotte Systems improves productivity and optimises cost management for ready mix and aggregate operations in the construction industry.


Coretex adds real-time job status tracking for ready-mix fleets
Coretex’s integrated job-statusing feature uses telematics and sensors to track ready-mix trucks through loading, transit, pouring and return, while recording concrete quality data to improve deliveries, reduce waste and support compliance.


Overview of the Canadian ELD Mandate Requirements
The Canadian ELD mandate requires federally regulated commercial operators to use electronic logging devices by June 12, 2021, impacting 153,000 vehicles.


Coretex 360 adds reefer controls, alert plans and fleet dashboards
Coretex has released version 19.2 of its Coretex 360 platform, adding two-way reefer commands, configurable alert plans for vehicles, fleets and drivers, and new Summary and Construction dashboards.


Coretex Appoints William Payne as New CEO
Coretex has appointed William Payne as CEO, effective 1st August 2019, following the retirement of Selwyn Pellett, who will continue as a non-executive director.


Coretex unveils upgraded Smart Waste fleet-management solution
Coretex showcased an upgraded Smart Waste module for its Coretex 360 IoT platform, adding mobile customer interfaces, real-time work-order and route management, proof-of-service tools and in-cab truck performance data.


Coretex Expands Fleet Management Solutions in the U.S.
Coretex enhances its presence in the U.S. with advanced fleet management solutions, focusing on ELDs and comprehensive vehicle tracking systems for commercial transportation.


Coretex details technology for smarter waste-collection fleet management
Coretex describes how telematics, route management, vehicle diagnostics, AI-enabled cameras and digital workflows are improving waste and recycling fleet operations, including service verification, driver safety and real-time route performance.


Guidelines for Transitioning from AOBRD to ELD Compliance
Fleets must transition from AOBRDs to ELDs before the deadline. This article outlines best practices to ensure a seamless transition and compliance.


Golden State Foods Enhances Cold-Chain Monitoring System
Golden State Foods has implemented Coretex's telematics solution to improve temperature monitoring and compliance across its food distribution operations in response to client demands.


Coretex Enhances DRIVE Rules Engine for Fleet Management
Coretex DRIVE has introduced advanced customisation features to its Rules Engine, improving compliance and operational efficiency for fleet operators across North America.


Isuzu and Coretex Collaborate on Fleet Management Solutions
Isuzu New Zealand collaborates with Coretex to enhance fleet management across its truck range, incorporating pre-installed solutions from January 2019.


Coretex and Marcotte Systems Announce Technology Partnership
Coretex and Marcotte Systems unveil a partnership aimed at enhancing productivity and cost efficiency in ready-mix and aggregate operations through technology integration.


Coretex integrates remote reefer control with McLeod’s LoadMaster
Coretex and McLeod Software have enhanced their integration, allowing freight carriers to remotely control reefer settings and monitor trailer location, temperatures, alarms and operating data within LoadMaster fleet-management software.


Coretex 360 adds dedicated reefer fleet management
Coretex has released version 18.3 of its Coretex 360 platform, adding Reefer Manager for real-time monitoring of refrigerated units, configurable alarms, specialised reports and integration across fleet-management functions.


Golden State Foods Partners with Coretex for Telematics
Golden State Foods selects Coretex's IBRIGHT platform for enhanced cold chain telematics to meet complex logistics requirements and improve operational efficiency.


Tiger Cool Express uses telematics to increase refrigerated trailer capacity
Tiger Cool Express is using Coretex’s IBRIGHT fleet-management system to track refrigerated containers, control reefer units remotely and integrate status updates with its transport-management software, helping improve asset utilisation and delivery scheduling.


Survey finds ELD mandate worsened driver shortages and reduced fleet capacity
A Coretex survey of 303 trucking companies found that ELD mandate enforcement reduced capacity and contributed to driver shortages. Operators cited inaccurate data, connectivity issues and weak technical support, although 82% were satisfied with their ELD provider.


CVSA Roadcheck finds commercial-vehicle compliance remains a focus
The annual CVSA Roadcheck inspected commercial vehicles across Canada, Mexico and the United States, focusing on driver requirements, vehicle mechanics and hours-of-service compliance amid enforcement of the electronic logging device mandate.


Coretex Unveils Second Generation Video Camera Solutions
Coretex launches upgraded video camera solutions, enhancing vehicle monitoring and data management for improved safety and insurance cost management.


Coretex appoints construction executive and expands North American team
Coretex has appointed Dean Marris as executive vice-president for construction materials and will expand its North American team with product managers, sales engineers, executives, support staff and dealers to support fleet-telematics growth.


Coretex Certifies ELD Solution with FMCSA Compliance
Coretex has achieved FMCSA certification for its ELD solution, ensuring compliance with US Federal mandates, supporting various driver rule-sets and integrated fleet management capabilities.


Coretex Introduces Two-Way Reefer Controls in LoadMaster
Coretex announces the integration of two-way reefer controls in McLeod LoadMaster, enhancing operational efficiency and management of refrigerated trailers.


Coretex and Sensium Establish Reseller Agreement
Coretex partners with Sensium to enhance its market reach in New Zealand through the reseller agreement, enabling Sensium to offer Coretex's compliance solutions.


Coretex Launches Electronic Road User Charging on Coretex 360
Coretex introduces eRUC on its Coretex 360 platform, enabling automated monitoring and purchasing of Road User Charging licenses for fleet operators in New Zealand.


Coretex Raises $6 Million for North American Expansion
Coretex secures $6 million in funding to support growth in the US market, driven by recent revenue increases and opportunities presented by new legislation.


New Zealand Approves Coretex for School Vehicle Tracking
Coretex's vehicle tracking technology receives approval from New Zealand's Ministry of Education, enhancing safety and compliance in school transport operations.


Coretex Appoints Garry Collings to Lead ANZ Operations
Coretex has appointed Garry Collings to oversee ANZ operations, focusing on sales, support, and installation, enhancing customer engagement across the region.


Coretex outlines simulated temperature monitoring for refrigerated freight
Coretex describes an iBright-powered reefer monitoring system that calculates product temperature from thermal models and air-temperature data, avoiding physical probes while improving monitoring of perishable goods.

Vero and Coretex Collaborate on Fleet Efficiency Solutions
Vero and Coretex have formed a partnership to enhance telematics packages and insurance benefits for commercial fleet customers, promoting efficiency and safety.
Topco Associates Partners with Coretex for FSMA Compliance
Topco Associates collaborates with Coretex to enhance compliance with FSMA guidelines for food safety, leveraging advanced cold chain management solutions.
Air-Trak debuts waste and recycling fleet-management solutions
Air-Trak is demonstrating new Intelligent Proof of Service and eRoutes route-management applications at WasteExpo in Las Vegas. The GPS-enabled tools help waste and recycling hauliers verify service, improve route compliance and reduce operating costs.
Coretex Emerges as Leader in Fleet Management Technology
Coretex, formed from the merger of two firms, targets growth in telematics with advanced solutions and strategic investments to enhance fleet management capabilities.
