Losses at Class 8 vehicle manufacturer Nikola Corp. narrowed 30.8% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2023 as research and development costs plummeted.
February 22, 2024Transportation Technology News
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.
Volvo Stays Positive on Class 8 Truck Sales Prospects in ’24
Volvo Trucks North America is forecasting a solid year for Class 8 sales, but expects activity soon for a pre-buy of new trucks ahead of federal emission rules taking effect in 2027.
February 22, 2024Rivian Plans to Cut 10% of Salaried Staff as EV Rush Stalls
Rivian Automotive Inc. shares fell in early trading after the electric vehicle maker issued a disappointing production forecast and announced another round of job cuts.
February 22, 2024ZF Eyes US Commercial Vehicle Drivetrain Sales Expansion
Some of component manufacturer ZF’s latest product launches are set to service the growth in trucks using nontraditional fuels.
February 21, 2024Stellantis CEO Calls Small EVs a Tough Sell in US
Offering small cars is the wrong approach to win over truck-loving Americans skeptical of electric vehicles, according to Carlos Tavares, CEO of Jeep-owner Stellantis NV.
February 21, 2024REPLAY: Driving Innovation: A Preview of the 2024 TMC Annual Meeting With Robert Braswell
What new standards are expected to come out of the upcoming meeting and how will they help your company better transition to tomorrow? Robert Braswell joins Dan Ronan to preview the 2024 TMC Annual Meeting and why industry leaders can't afford to miss it.
February 20, 2024Self-Driving Firm Recogni Nabs $102 Million to Make AI Chip
Recogni Inc., an artificial intelligence startup that builds tech for autonomous vehicles, has raised $102 million in funding after expanding into designing chips for generative AI.
February 20, 2024Parts Supplier Forvia to Cut 10,000 Jobs, Look to AI
Auto parts supplier Forvia SE is poised to cut roughly 13% of its European workforce over the next five years, with plans to tap AI to better compete in the shift to electric cars.
February 20, 2024Minnesota Report Cautions Against Rush to EV Transition
State lawmakers rushing to jump on the battery-electric vehicle bandwagon for longhaul trucks will create a web of operational roadblocks and other problems, a new report says.Â
February 20, 2024TMC Has Full Agenda Planned for Annual Meeting
TMC Executive Director Robert Braswell said challenging technical issues and industry innovation will be in the spotlight March 4-7 in New Orleans.
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