Commercial vehicle supplier ZF Friedrichshafen AG announced it would spend 12 billion euros over the next five years on its e-mobility and autonomous driving technologies aimed at a logistics industry in need of new vehicles to deal with rising delivery volumes and clean air issues.
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Matt Silver, CEO of Cargado, discusses how AI, data and smarter platforms are reshaping cross-border shipping.
Automation, Electrification Could Advance Faster in Intermodal
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Autonomous technologies and electrified equipment will have specific roles in the transportation and intermodal sectors and already are increasing safety and improving efficiency. As the technology continues to advance, it may gain adoption faster in the controlled situations within intermodal yards and drayage environments.
September 18, 2018Capitol Agenda for the Week of Sept. 17: ‘Iggy,’ the Doctor of Truckology, Fondly Remembered
Chris Ignowski left a lasting impression at FedEx and the National Truck Driving Championships as a safety proponent whose knowledge of the industry's rules and regulations was unmatched.
September 17, 2018North Carolina Town Eyes Drones as Future of Package Delivery
Holly Springs, N.C., hopes to be among the first spots in the United States where drones are used for package delivery.
September 17, 2018Connecticut to Offer Self-Driving Pilot Program in Four Communities
Self-driving cars could be on the road in large numbers sooner than anyone expected — possibly by 2021 — even if public support for autonomous vehicles appears to be dropping.
September 17, 2018Self-Driving Cars Still Trying to Navigate Bad Weather
As things stand today, the driverless car of the future can’t handle more than a dusting of snow.
September 17, 2018Report: Machines to Handle More Than Half of Workplace Tasks by 2025
GENEVA — More than half of all workplace tasks will be carried out by machines by 2025, organizers of the Davos economic forum said in a report released Sept. 17 that highlights the speed with which the labor market will change in coming years.
September 17, 2018Autonomous Vehicles to Bring Groceries to Oklahoma City Residents
Don’t worry, you haven’t fallen, but the turnip truck is about to start driving itself.
September 14, 2018Uber to Invest More Than $150 Million in Toronto Driverless Car Hub
Uber Technologies Inc. will spend more than $150 million in Toronto to support driverless car research.
September 14, 2018Volvo Trucks Develops Autonomous Vehicle Called Vera
Volvo Trucks, the manufacturing arm of Volvo Group, underscored its commitment to offering autonomous commercial vehicles in the near future with the announcement recently that it has developed a self-driving, battery-electric, tractor-like unit it calls Vera.
September 13, 2018