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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, Equipment, Logistics

Spot Rate Bottom Unclear Amid Capacity, Demand Mix

Excess capacity in the spot market amid weakening demand has raised uncertainty over whether rates have actually hit bottom.

April 5, 2023
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous, Private

Walmart Bets on Automation, Dangles Profit Potential

Walmart Inc. is betting on greater supply chain automation and hinting that a recent investment binge might lift profit beyond the retailers stated long-term goals.

April 4, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

GM Passes Ford in Q1 EV Sales, Still Trails Tesla

DETROIT General Motors rode strong first-quarter sales of the Chevrolet Bolt to bump crosstown rival Ford out of second place in the U.S. electric vehicle sales race.

April 4, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, TCA

GMs BrightDrop Ships First 500 EV Vans From Ontario

BrightDrop has shipped the first 500 electric delivery vans out of CAMI Assembly in Ontario, Canada, that opened three months ago, the company said April 3.

April 4, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Perspective

Perspective: Staying Vigilant on Drug Testing

Suhash Harwani of Quest Diagnostics writes: the emerging evidence propels an argument that employers particularly in the transportation sector should stay vigilant on drug testing.

April 4, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Geely: All Options Open on Volvo Stake After Daimler Sale

Volvo ABs second-largest shareholder, Geely, said while its not currently planning any changes to its position, anything is possible in the future.

April 4, 2023
Business, Technology, Logistics

Walmarts Job Cut Tally Tops 2,000 in E-Commerce

Walmart Inc.s job cuts at five U.S. e-commerce fulfillment centers will affect more than 2,000 positions, according to regulatory filings.

April 4, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Biden Visits Cummins, Promotes Clean Energy

FRIDLEY, Minn. President Joe Biden ventured to suburban Minneapolis on April 3 to highlight job growth and investments nationwide during a visit to engine maker Cummins Inc.

April 3, 2023
Business, Technology

Transportation Stakeholders Highlight Safety, Technology

Stakeholders representing transportation agencies and the private sector reminded federal lawmakers of concerns related to safety and the advancement of emerging technologies.

April 3, 2023
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Aurora Driver Enters Final Stage of Development Process

Aurora Innovation Inc. has entered the final phase of development for a new version of its integrated hardware and autonomous truck system, the company announced April 3.

April 3, 2023