Smart Trailers and Video Telematics with Erica Floyd

Equipment Today Editor joins Construction Tech Talk to discuss new smart trailer tech from Grote Industries. How does this tie in with in-cab telematics contractors use for their on-road vehicles?

Charles Rathmann, Erica Floyd
Dec 5, 2022
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