Phillips Connect Rolls Out 6 New Trailer Intelligence Features for Fleets

Key Details Phillips Connect announced six platform enhancements on March 15 at the American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting. The upgrades expand fleet visibility into trailer activity, cargo handling, and overall performance while making smart-trailer data more accessible across operations. What's New Enhancements cover brake systems, liftgates, roadside safety, and an updated CargoVision platform. A new service called JumpStart lets fleets capture smart-trailer insights through six sensor points, including automated TrailerID, cargo intelligence, tire health, liftgate performance, and temperature monitoring. Why It Matters Trailers have historically received less technology investment compared to tractors. Mark Wallin, general manager and senior vice president of product at Phillips Connect, emphasized that collecting data is only half the battle - making insights available to maintenance, operations, and safety teams is what drives real value. The CargoVision update better identifies what's inside trailers and distinguishes cargo from unauthorized occupants. JumpStart works even if fleets use location data from another provider, making it easier to adopt comprehensive trailer monitoring without switching providers entirely. Fleets can now gather actionable intelligence across maintenance, operations, and safety - three critical areas where smart-trailer data drives better decision-making.