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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, Fuel

Ontario Firm Vision Truck Group Achieves EV Certification From VTNA

Vision Truck Group is the first certified electric vehicle dealer in the greater Toronto area for truck makers Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks. Both are units of Volvo Group.

December 12, 2022
Government, Business, Technology

Texas Welcomes Deal for Green Hydrogen Production Venture

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared that a newly announced $4 billion green hydrogen production facility for mobility and other industrial markets will help the state retain its national leadership role in energy.

December 12, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous

REPLAY: Automate - Technology Sessions

This quarter's can't-miss event is here! Join conversations between industry-leading experts and Transport Topics reporters centered on the rising trends and issues in trucking technology, innovation and operations.

December 12, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Rivian Scraps Plan to Make Electric Vans in Europe With Mercedes

Rivian Automotive Inc. is shelving plans to jointly build electric vans in Europe with Mercedes-Benz AG, aborting a deal signed just three months ago to share costs and quickly scale up production.

December 12, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous, TCA

Tesla Says Its Self-Driving Tech May Be a ‘Failure,’ but Not Fraud

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology may be a failure, Tesla lawyers admit — but it’s not a fraud.

December 9, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

Will Rise of Electric Trucks Bring Tire Design Changes?

The advent of electric-powered commercial trucks has raised new design considerations for vehicle components beyond the propulsion system — including tires.

December 9, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Fleet Maintenance Providers Prepare for Electric Trucks

As electric vehicles gradually make their way into commercial trucking operations, fleet maintenance managers are beginning to draft EV preventive maintenance plans for everything from electric forklifts to battery-electric Class 8 trucks.

December 9, 2022
Business, Technology

Tesla to Suspend Output at Shanghai Factory in Late December

Tesla Inc. will suspend output in stages at its Shanghai electric car factory from the end of the month until as long as early January, according to people familiar with the matter, amid production line upgrades and slowing consumer demand.

December 9, 2022
Technology, Equipment, Safety

The Art of Compliance: Utilizing Your Data Properly

In the realm of compliance, many carriers focus on the drivers without considering the vehicle compliance needs.  When your classification of vehicle moves into a commercial asset, how are you considering the applicable regulations? 

December 8, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, For-Hire, Private

Last-Mile Focuses on Sustainable Shipping

The trucking industry has increased its focus on sustainability this year, mostly geared toward last-mile operations.

December 8, 2022