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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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US Invests in Rare Earths in Push to Break Chinas Grip

This is the Manhattan Project moment for rare earths, said Joshua Ballard, CEO of USA Rare Earth, which plans next year to start making the rare-earth magnets that appear in many products.

August 27, 2025
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Trump Slashes $175 Million From California Rail Projects

Trump has long been a critic of the project, which has been marred with cost overruns and constant delays, arguing that the effort has wasted taxpayers dollars.

August 27, 2025
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Volkswagens Elli Expands Into Energy Trading

The shift to intermittent renewables in European electricity markets has created a need for new types of power-purchase agreements and a more flexible demand response from major users.

August 26, 2025
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ChatGPT Developer Offers Advice for AI Adoption in Trucking

Rapid advances in AI promise to transform operations in many industries, including freight transportation, as more powerful AI models become widely available at lower costs.

August 26, 2025
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EPA Moves to Block Californias Roadside Emissions Checks

This time EPA is targeting the California Air Resources Boards Clean Truck Check law, also known as the Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program.

August 26, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Mack Begins Pioneer Tractor Production at Macungie Plant

Mack hopes the Pioneer with a more aerodynamic shape than its predecessor, the Anthem will help revitalize the company's fortunes in the longhaul segment of the truck market.

August 26, 2025
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Canadas LeBlanc Will Head to Washington for Trade Talks

We are looking, I hope, for an agreement that will put us in a better position than we are right now, Dominic LeBlanc said Aug. 25 in a French-language radio interview.

August 25, 2025
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US, South Korea Eye Closer Ties on Security, Shipbuilding

Still, President Trump indicated that the agreement for a 15% tariff on South Korean imports would likely stick as is, despite Seouls efforts to secure better terms.

August 25, 2025
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US Agency Proposes Including Copper in Critical Minerals

The Trump administration has made the revival of U.S. metals and minerals production a key priority with a focus on copper, which is used in transportation.

August 25, 2025
BusinessTechnology

PCS Unveils Cortex AI Engine to Automate Freight Operations

The companys new AI engine, dubbed Cortex, is designed to help PCS customers optimize operations, enhance workflows, streamline communications and convert data into business insights.

August 22, 2025