It's no secret that Class-8 tractors, while built for durability and heavy-duty performance, often run on software and hardware systems that lag behind modern technological standards. Many fleets keep these trucks in service for a decade or more, and during that time, the onboard electronics, telematics, and engine control modules can become outdated. Older tractors may lack compatibility with the latest diagnostic tools, routing systems, and fuel-efficiency software, leaving drivers and fleet managers with limited visibility into performance data. Additionally, manufacturers’ proprietary systems can make upgrades costly or impractical, leading fleets to continue operating with technology that was advanced at the time of purchase but is now obsolete compared to today’s real-time, data-driven platforms.

Learn from this real-life success story as UPS’s Fleet Systems Manager and Sparq’s Principal Product Specialist discuss how they tackled solutions for professional truck drivers who faced a critical challenge with outdated software and hardware that impacted operational efficiency. During this session, you'll learn how they:

• Consumed data from vehicle sensors to improve decision making, driver experience

• Used data and technology to enable improved regulatory compliance with changing Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations

• Developed solutions on how outdated systems significantly improved operational efficiency across the supply chain.

• Ultimately closed the gap between legacy Class-8 tractor technology and modern logistics demands that no longer eroded competitiveness and made it easier for the UPS fleet to achieve maximum productivity.