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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.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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USDA Funds Washington Biodiesel Hub

The Department of Agriculture has granted $3 million to a regional multimodal biodiesel distribution center to boost fuel production and distribution to aid Washington, Oregon and Idaho farmers,

May 2, 2023
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Ryder Introduces Electric Vehicle Service

ANAHEIM, Calif. Ryder System Inc. has introduced an electric vehicle program that includes advisers, electric vehicle leasing, vehicle charging, telematics and maintenance services.

May 2, 2023
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Traton Q1 Profit Jumps as Sales Rise

Traton SE profits jumped in the first three months of 2023 on the back of higher sales and an asset disposal, with truck production and sales at its North American Navistar unit climbing.

May 2, 2023
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Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority Eyes Reduced Emissions

The Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority is vowing to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide it releases as part of its operations and improve the authoritys environmental impact.

May 2, 2023
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DTNA's OLeary: No Time to Waste Building EV Infrastructure

ANAHEIM, Calif. DTNA chief John OLeary called for the industry to move at the speed of right in developing electric vehicle infrastructure.

May 2, 2023