IdleAire Launches Wi-Fi at US Truck Stops

IdleAire Technologies announced plans to deploy Wi-Fi hotspots at major truck stops along the US interstate highway system. The first deployment phase will include 200 truck stops. The company is partnering with Cisco Systems for the deployment. IdleAire Technologies is building plug-in heating and air conditioning vents for parked trucks. The IdleAire system allows drivers to turn off their truck engines while they rest or wait to load and unload, eliminating diesel idling emissions, saving fuel and improving driver comfort. The vent, which attaches to the truck window, includes a touch screen LCD panel through which IdleAire also provides satellite TV, distance education and other services. Long haul truck drivers are required by law to rest for eight hours for each ten hour shift behind the wheel.
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