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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.

Government, Business, Technology, Logistics

Tariff Fears Drive Surge in Consumer Spending

Trump’s tariffs are rattling U.S. consumers, who are stocking up on everything from cars to olive oil and iPhones. The behavior offers some good news for scrambling businesses.

April 8, 2025
Business, Technology, Logistics, For-Hire

UPS Targets LTL, E-Commerce With New Delivery Options

The logistics giant this week introduced UPS Ground Saver and UPS Ground with Freight Pricing, both part of a broader strategy to compete more aggressively in the evolving delivery market.

April 8, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment

Continental to Offload ContiTech Industrial Unit

Continental AG is returning to its roots, abandoning decades of expansion into auto and industrial parts to focus on its more profitable tires business.

April 8, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

Could Trump’s Tariffs Trigger a US Recession?

Economists at Goldman Sachs have raised their assessment of the odds the U.S. will experience a recession to 45% from 35% following President Donald Trump's tariffs announcement April 2.

April 8, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

Thune Doubts Chances for Congressional Tariff Oversight

Senate Republican leader John Thune predicted a bipartisan bill that would give lawmakers greater oversight of President Donald Trump’s tariffs would languish in Congress.

April 7, 2025
Government, Technology, Fuel

Tennessee Offering $19.4M for Fleets to Buy Green Trucks

Tennessee announced April 3 the availability of $19.4 million in grants to public, nonprofit and private fleets to replace eligible medium- and heavy-duty vehicles with greener vehicles.

April 7, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Logistics

EU Unites Behind Tough Line on Trump Trade Tariffs

Trump’s move to slap a 20% tariff on EU goods as part of his “America First” agenda has stirred fears of a global trade war — and led to a meltdown in financial markets.

April 7, 2025
Business, Technology, Logistics, Perspective

Perspective: Why Now Is the Time for AI in Trucking

The ongoing digital transformation of logistics and now supply chains makes this the ideal time for trucking to invest in artificial intelligence and gain a competitive edge.

April 7, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Logistics

Xi Declares China Ready to Fight Trump’s Trade Tariffs

President Xi Jinping’s decision to quickly retaliate against Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs sent the world a clear message: If the U.S. wants a trade war, China is ready to fight.

April 7, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Ocean Shipping Industry Optimistic Going Into IMO Meeting

Governments from across the world gather in London this week to thrash out a landmark global carbon charge for the shipping industry. There’s optimism that Washington won’t derail the process.

April 7, 2025