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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.

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Ollie’s Invests $75M in Illinois Hub to Cut Trucking Miles

A new Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings distribution center in Illinois will save the company 1.2 million trucking miles annually and serve up to 150 stores.

September 4, 2024
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Volvo to Launch Battery-Electric Truck With Longer Range

Volvo Trucks plans to boost the range for one of its global battery-electric trucks to about 372 miles on a single charge, the Swedish original equipment manufacturer said Sept. 3.

September 4, 2024
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Rhode Island Launches Vast WIM System on Washington Bridge

Rhode Island is installing a weigh-in-motion system on the Washington Bridge in Providence, using advanced technology to monitor the structural health of the aging but vital connector.

September 4, 2024
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Port of Halifax to Create Digital Data Hub

Supply chain improvements for trucking are underway at the Port of Halifax in Nova Scotia in a multimillion-dollar venture to create a data hub and digitize container terminal operations.

September 4, 2024
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World’s Largest Sailing Cargo Ship Crosses the Atlantic

The largest sailing cargo ship in the world has made its maiden voyage across the Atlantic Ocean. Its shipments have a carbon footprint one-tenth that of a standard containership.

September 4, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

US, China to Restart Climate Talks in Beijing

Climate negotiators from the U.S. and China will resume talks Sept. 4 in Beijing on deepening emissions cuts and transition funding.

September 3, 2024
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US Reports 28th Death From Exploding Takata Air Bag Inflators

DETROIT — Another death has been linked to dangerous Takata air bag inflators by U.S. regulators, the 28th in the United States.

September 3, 2024
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China Responds to Canada’s EV Tariffs With Rapeseed Probe

China will start an anti-dumping probe into rapeseed imports from Canada, with trade tensions escalating after Canada imposed tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, steel and aluminum.

September 3, 2024
BusinessTechnologySafety

Why Seed-Key Exchange Isn’t Protecting Your Fleet

Outdated security methods like seed-key exchange leave your fleet vulnerable to cyberattacks, risking critical system control. Discover how to upgrade to stronger protections to safeguard your fleet and operations. Download the National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc.’s (NMFTA)™ free guide now.

September 1, 2024
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Trucking Technology Connects the Dots for Carriers

As connected trucks rack up miles and pile up data, fleet managers can increasingly make use of the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence to access and act on the incoming information.

August 30, 2024