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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

Flotilla of Diesel Ships Heads to Europe Amid Energy Crisis

A fleet of ships carrying diesel, one of the world’s most important fuels, is heading for European markets facing energy-security threats from high temperatures, soaring gas prices and Russian disruption.

August 18, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Trimble Invests in Cloud Migration to Enhance Supply Chain

ORLANDO, Fla. — Trimble is accelerating its shift toward cloud computing to further connect data and workflows in the freight transportation industry and enable closer collaboration across the supply chain.

August 17, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Paccar to Offer Cummins X15 Natural Gas Engine

Paccar Inc. announced it will offer the new Cummins Inc. X15N natural gas engine in its Kenworth and Peterbilt truck brands.

August 17, 2022
Business, Technology, Safety

Drivewyze Offers Real-Time Weather Warnings

Connected truck services provider Drivewyze Inc. announced it is now providing real-time weather warnings as part of its Drivewyze Safety+ proactive driver notification platform on ELDs.

August 16, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Factory Output Increases for First Time in Three Months

Production at U.S. factories increased in July for the first time in three months, propelled by a pickup in motor vehicle output that masked more mixed results in other categories.

August 16, 2022
Business, Technology, Safety

For Virginia’s Mark Brundage, NTDC Brings Industry Together

At the start of the year, Mark Brundage was tied up with plenty of work obligations and family commitments. But a last-minute opening in his schedule in May made it possible for Brundage to take a shot at Virginia’s trucking competition.

August 15, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

NHTSA Administrator Steven Cliff Leaves for CARB

Steven Cliff, the head of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, is stepping down from his post for a leadership role at the California Air Resources Board.

August 12, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Stellantis May Invest Billions to Make EVs in Mexico

Stellantis NV is considering renovating a plant in Mexico to build hybrid and electric vehicles as it transforms its lineup to meet surging demand for battery-powered transport.

August 12, 2022
Business, Technology, TCA

EV Startup Arcimoto Removes CEO Mark Frohnmayer

Electric vehicle manufacturer Arcimoto abruptly removed founding CEO Mark Frohnmayer on Aug. 12, promoting another executive to run the company on an interim basis.

August 12, 2022
Government, Business, Technology

Battery Giants, Hyundai Concerned by US Moves on China Supplies

South Korea’s biggest electric car batterymakers and Hyundai Motor Co. have expressed concern over new U.S. legislation aimed at boosting domestic production of EVs and reducing the use of Chinese materials.

August 12, 2022