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Seth Clevenger

Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia

Seth Clevenger is managing editor of features at Transport Topics. He plans, writes and edits news features for Transport Topics’ weekly newspaper, supplemental publications and TTNews.com. 


BusinessTechnologySafetyLogisticsAutonomous

Daimler, Torc Begin Testing Self-Driving Trucks in Virginia

Daimler Trucks has begun testing highly automated heavy-duty trucks on Virginia highways in partnership with its subsidiary, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, the companies said.

September 9, 2019
BusinessTechnologySafety

ATA Chairman Barry Pottle Says Trucking Industry Must Attract Workers at Younger Ages

DENVER — Barry Pottle, the chairman of American Trucking Associations, said enhancing the industry’s public image and expanding its appeal to younger workers will be key to attracting the next generation of drivers and technicians.

August 29, 2019
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

McLeod Expands AI, Driver Choice in Time of Transformational Change

DENVER — Harnessing artificial intelligence and enabling more driver input are among the ways McLeod Software is participating in what CEO Tom McLeod described as a time of transformational change for the trucking industry.

August 28, 2019
BusinessTop 100

2019 Top 100 Private Carriers

While stability reigns across much of this year’s Transport Topics Top 100 Private Carriers list, the new rankings do reflect some significant shake-ups.

August 26, 2019
BusinessTop 100

Insourcing Versus Outsourcing Final-Mile Transportation

As demand for file-mile delivery continues to expand, retailers must decide whether to outsource home delivery to a third-party carrier or handle it in-house through a private fleet.

August 26, 2019
BusinessTechnologyTop 100

Retailers, Private Fleets Expand Delivery Options to Keep Pace With E-Commerce Demand

The inexorable growth of e-commerce and rising consumer expectations are quickly elevating the cost and complexity of final-mile delivery.

August 26, 2019
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

DTNA Cites Increase in Active Safety Adoption

YOUNTVILLE, Calif. — Executives at Daimler Trucks North America cited an increase in customer take rates for active safety technology and provided updates on the manufacturer’s initiatives to enhance maintenance and customer service during a press event here Aug. 20.

August 23, 2019
BusinessTechnologyFuelAutonomous

First Electric Freightliner eCascadia Models Enter Freight Operations at NFI, Penske

YOUNTVILLE, Calif. — Daimler Trucks North America has handed over its first two battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia models to NFI and Penske Truck Leasing for use in their daily freight operations.

August 22, 2019
BusinessTechnologySafetyAutonomous

ZF Showcases Steering Assistance as Next Advance in Truck Safety

EAST LIBERTY, Ohio — ZF Group recently showcased its latest automated steering technology, offering a preview of the next advances in driver assistance that will soon become available in commercial trucks.

June 17, 2019
BusinessTechnology

Lanehub to Reward Shippers for Helping Fleets Secure Backhauls

Lanehub, a provider of freight lane matching services, said it will soon begin providing financial incentives to shippers that help their contract carriers find backhaul opportunities with other shippers in its collaborative freight network.

June 17, 2019