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Commercial freight transportation businesses rely on data, intelligence, and novel solutions for operational efficiency. Transport Topics technology coverage investigates available technologies, real-world applications of business solutions, and the strategies necessary for advancement. News topics focus on the latest applied science, and issues range from autonomous vehicle and robotics innovations to management software, tracking and transparency, data analytics, blockchain, and the internet of things.

Business, Technology, Equipment

Smart Trailer Tech in Action: How Wayfair is Driving Operational Excellence

Program Airs: May 15, 2 p.m. ET Alec Matson, Sr. Manager of Transportation for Wayfair, and Mark Wallin, General Manager & SVP of Product for Phillips Connect, join TT's Michael Freeze to discuss why Wayfair choose to invest in smart trailer technology, how their day-to-day operations changed, and what steps you need to take to modernize your fleet's trailer management.   

May 15, 2025
Business, Technology, Logistics

Smarter Logistics: Technology Strategies That Deliver

Program Airs: May 22, 2 p.m. ET Explore how NetSuite empowers transportation companies to enhance operational efficiency, manage logistics, and drive growth. Learn about real-time data insights, automated workflows, and scalable solutions tailored for the evolving needs of the transportation sector.  

May 22, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Rivian Stockpiled EV Batteries From Asia Before Trump Tariffs

Rivian quietly built a reserve of electric vehicle batteries from Asia ahead of President Donald Trump’s tariffs, giving the company a measure of insurance against economic upheaval.

April 30, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Manufacturers See Hydrogen Engine Use Cases, Advantages

The hydrogen internal combustion engine is already considered zero-emissions technology in the European market, and interest in the North American market is increasing.

April 30, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Alternative Fuels ‘Back on the Menu’ at ACT Expo

Speakers and exhibitors at the 2025 Advanced Clean Transportation Expo illustrated a growing interest in cleaner-burning and renewable fuels for the internal combustion engine.

April 30, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment

Tesla Aims for Full-Scale Production of Semi in 2026

The future of the updated Semi is “bright and electric,” according to Dan Priestley, senior manager of Semis for Tesla.

April 30, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

Toyota Starts Collaboration on Autonomous Cars With Waymo

Japan’s top automaker, Toyota, announced a partnership with U.S. autonomous driving technology company Waymo on April 30.

April 30, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Mack Trucks Announces Pioneer Electric Plans

Mack Trucks pulled back the curtain April 29 on plans to launch a battery-electric version of the Volvo Group division’s recently unveiled flagship on-highway Class 8 tractor, the Pioneer.

April 29, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment

Paccar Q1 Profit Dives on Demand Slump, European Charge

Bellevue, Wash.-based Paccar reported net income of $505.1 million in the first three months of 2025, less than half the $1.2 billion profit posted in the year-ago period.

April 29, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Cummins CEO Says Alternative Fuels Will Advance

The innovation of alternative fuels is poised to move forward, said Cummins CEO Jennifer Rumsey, despite uncertainty around regulations, incentives and trade policies.

April 29, 2025