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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

TSE Brakes Launches TSE-Sense Smart Air Brake Actuator

CLEVELAND — Brake actuator and adjuster manufacturer TSE Brakes Inc., announced on Sept. 12 the launch of its TSE-Sense smart air brake actuator during American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition.

September 13, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

Doleco USA Unveils New LayerLok Double-Decking Systems

CLEVELAND — Securing technology provider Doleco USA introduced the new LayerLok XP, AF and SC double-decking systems at American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition.

September 13, 2021
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Qualcomm Said to Place Binding Bid for Veoneer

Qualcomm Inc. has made a formal bid to buy automotive technology company Veoneer Inc. for more than $4 billion, beating a previous offer from Magna International Inc., according to people familiar with the matter.

September 13, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

TMC to Fund Study of Refrigerated Carriers

CLEVELAND — The Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations will fund a study of refrigerated carriers with an emphasis on how they manage food safety with new technology and related maintenance implications.

September 13, 2021
Business, Technology

Walmart Denies Litecoin Pact After Hoax Jolts Crypto Market

Walmart Inc. said it hasn’t agreed to partner with Litecoin, refuting a statement earlier Sept. 13 that sent the cryptocurrency soaring.

September 13, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

Jacobs Begins U.S. Production of Fulcrum Bridge Product

Jacobs Vehicle Systems, a manufacturer of engine retarding and valve actuation systems for the commercial vehicle industry, announced it started U.S. production of its Fulcrum Bridge product.

September 13, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Frequency of Roadside Repairs Decreases in Q2

CLEVELAND — Trucks during the second quarter traveled farther between unscheduled roadside repairs, according to the latest edition of the TMC/FleetNet America Vertical Benchmarking report.

September 13, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

The World’s Shippers Are Earning the Most Money Since 2008

The global shipping industry is getting its biggest payday since 2008 as the combination of booming demand for goods and a global supply chain that’s collapsing under the weight of COVID-19 drives freight prices ever higher.

September 13, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

EV Tax-Credit Plan Draws Ire From Nonunion Toyota, Tesla

A proposal by U.S. House Democratic lawmakers to give union-made electric vehicles higher subsidies drew criticism from nonunionized automakers, including Toyota Motor Corp., Tesla Inc. and Rivian Automotive Inc.

September 13, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

Aluminum Industry Frets That Supply Snarls Have Just Begun

Supply chain snags that have roiled commodity markets and helped push aluminum prices to a 13-year high this week are unlikely to ease any time soon.

September 13, 2021