Drivewyze recently announced that the Arkansas Department of Transportation and the Arkansas Trucking Association have collaborated to provide free in-cab safety alerts for commercial truck drivers traveling on Arkansas interstates and freeways.
These proactive safety alerts, which give drivers heads up notifications of unexpected traffic congestion and other safety hazards, are provided free of charge to commercial carriers thanks to the Arkansas DOT, Arkansas Highway Police, with the support of the ATA, and delivered via the Drivewyze connected truck network.
Through Drivewyze’s Smart Roadways service, which helps state agencies extend the reach of their safety messaging programs right into the cabs of commercial trucks, more than 800 miles of roadways in Arkansas are monitored for real-time traffic activity. In addition to real-time alerts, Arkansas is providing drivers with virtual sign messaging which can help drivers prepare for special traffic conditions or be advised of alternative routes, according to a statement from the company.
Arkansas is the 10th state to offer these alerts, which provide visual in-cab messages such as “sudden slowdown ahead” along with an audible chime. The alerts are configured to allow ample time for trucks to slow down or stop, as necessary. The program is provided for free to drivers and fleets as part of the Drivewyze Free safety service, which runs on most ELDs, telematics devices, smartphones, and tablets.
“We’re thrilled that the Arkansas DOT and its highway police division have come on board to invest in safety with in-vehicle alerts designed especially for truckers,” said Brian Heath, CEO of Drivewyze. “The state has a great partnership with the Arkansas Trucking Association, and it was gratifying to see the collaboration the two organizations have and are building on with the rollout and support for this new safety program. With so many trucks residing and passing through the state, we know we can move the needle on highway safety.”
To take advantage of this new program in Arkansas and receive free in-cab safety alerts, drivers or fleets should visit www.drivewyze.com/free in order to be activated.
Schneider honored as military-friendly employer
Schneider National, Inc. has been recognized as a 2024 Military Friendly Employer and a Military Spouse Friendly Employer for its work recruiting, hiring and retaining military veterans.
The Military Friendly Employer award is based on public information and surveys, highlighting companies that demonstrate strong support for service members and veterans and career advancement practices. Awardees of the Military Spouse Friendly Employer designation recognize the importance of identifying and supporting military spouses/dependents in their workforce. More than 1,500 companies competed for Military Friendly® designations this year.
Schneider has a history of supporting veterans, dating back to its founder, Al Schneider, who was a longtime member of the National Guard. The company offers exceptional veteran programs and career opportunities for those who have served our country. Thirteen percent of Schneider's associates have military experience and two of Schneider’s executives – Jim Filter and Rob Reich – are veterans.
To learn more about Schneider's commitment to supporting veterans and military families, check out https://schneider.com/.
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