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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, Safety, Logistics

COVID Fundamentally Changed Cold Chain Companies

The coronavirus vaccine rollout required rapid adjustment by cold chain companies that continues to influence technologies and operations more than a year later.

April 7, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

US Electric-Vehicle Tax Credits to End for New Toyota Buyers

DETROIT — Toyota customers soon won’t be able to get U.S. federal tax credits for buying electric or hybrid vehicles.

April 7, 2022
Business, Technology

Solid Import Volumes Still Flow Through Port of Long Beach

The head of the U.S.’s second-busiest container seaport said he has seen no letup in import volumes, though there may be some slowing in coming months as high inflation and growing services spending threaten to temper consumer demand for goods.

April 7, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous

U.S. Xpress, Kodiak Partner on Autonomous Freight Program

U.S. Xpress Enterprises and the self-driving trucking company Kodiak Robotics Inc. are teaming to run an autonomous freight route, the companies announced April 7.

April 7, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous, Top 100

Werner Partners With Aurora to Haul Freight Autonomously in Texas

Aurora Innovation Inc. has announced a deal to haul freight on a route between Fort Worth and El Paso, Texas, for Werner Enterprises.

April 6, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

NHTSA Opens Probe Into LG Electric Vehicle Batteries

DETROIT — U.S. safety regulators have opened an investigation into electric and hybrid vehicle batteries after five automakers issued recalls due to possible defects that could cause fires or stalling.

April 5, 2022
Business, Technology

Wait Times for Chips Grow Modestly in March

The wait times for semiconductor deliveries rose slightly in March, reaching a new high, after lockdowns in China and an earthquake in Japan further hampered supply.

April 5, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Montreal Dealer Is First in Canada to Be Mack EV-Certified

Mack Laval’s Dorval facility in Montreal is now a Mack Trucks certified electric vehicle dealer, making it the first Mack dealer in Canada to achieve this designation.

April 5, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

GM, Honda Unveil Plan to Build Millions of Small EVs

General Motors Co. and Honda Motor Co. will jointly develop affordable electric vehicles for the most popular segments in large global markets, starting with North America in 2027.

April 5, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

Elon Musk to Join Twitter’s Board

Elon Musk is joining Twitter’s board of directors a day after disclosing that the Tesla CEO took a 9% stake in the social media platform.

April 5, 2022