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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, Autonomous

Waymo Expands Efforts in Phoenix, San Francisco

Self-driving car pioneer Waymo announced May 4 that its robotaxis will be able to carry passengers through most of the Phoenix area for the first time.

May 4, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Senators Tout FCC’s 5.9 GHz Spectrum Waiver

U.S. Senate Transportation leaders touted the Federal Communications Commission’s recent decision to open access to a band of the transportation spectrum.

May 3, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Electrified Fleet Grid Upgrades Could Benefit Utilities

Paying for power grid upgrades trucking companies need to charge electrified medium- and heavy-duty fleets would provide a long-term financial boon to utilities.

May 3, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

Tesla’s Swelling Inventory Suggests Continued Price Cuts

In the two weeks since Tesla alarmed investors by revealing how much of a toll discounts were taking on its profit margins, Elon Musk has bumped prices back up across the lineup.

May 3, 2023
Business, Technology

Ford Beats Q1 Profit Estimates, Warns of Opaque 2023 Outlook

Ford Motor Co. beat Q1 profit estimates on higher pricing and increased volumes, but left its full-year outlook unchanged over concern about pricing power and economic uncertainty.

May 3, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Clean Truck Technologies Developing at Rapid Pace

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The rollout of zero-emission commercial vehicles and the infrastructure to support it is proceeding with added urgency.

May 3, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Paccar, Toyota Plan to Produce Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Truck manufacturer Paccar Inc. and global automaker Toyota Motor Corp. are moving forward with a partnership to produce fuel cell electric Class 8 trucks.

May 3, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Daimler Unveils Freightliner Medium-Duty eM2 Truck

ANAHEIM, Calif. – Daimler Truck North America premiered the Freightliner eM2, the latest entry in its line of electric vehicles, during the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo May 2.

May 2, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Oklahoma, UK Form Clean Energy Pact

Oklahoma and Britain will address trade barriers, increase investment and enhance business cooperation in zero-emission vehicles, agriculture and alternative energy.

May 2, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment

REPLAY: SHIFT - Technology Learning Sessions

With emerging technologies placing a priority on efficiency, are in-cab technologies the next big adoption trend? Which trucking companies are choosing to sign on early and what kind of results are they seeing for their operations and their drivers? And, how do opinions on in-cab cameras differ between fleet managers, drivers, and legal experts? Join us for conversations that will help shift your thinking and your operations.  

May 2, 2023