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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, Safety

Tech Vendors Prepare for Canada’s Move to E-Logs

The trucking industry’s migration to federally mandated electronic logging devices is complete in the United States, but that transition is still a work in progress in Canada.

September 10, 2021
Business, Technology, Fuel

Rhombus, Nuvve Added to Charge Ready Transport Program

Rhombus Energy Solutions and Nuvve Holding Corp. announced their 60kW vehicle-to-grid capable DC fast charger power control system and dispenser were added to the Southern California Edison Charge Ready Transport Program approved product list for medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles.

September 10, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

Fleets Find Many Ways to Harness Trailer Tracking Data

As more trucking companies invest in trailer tracking systems, they are utilizing this technology in numerous ways.

September 10, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

iTECH: New Look With a Familiar Feel

When Transport Topics published the inaugural issue of iTECH in April 2001, the trucking industry was only just beginning to realize the enormous potential for information technology to revolutionize business management. A lot has changed since then, and now, so has iTECH.

September 10, 2021
Business, Technology, Logistics

NYC Sued Over Cap on Delivery Fees

DoorDash, Grubhub and Uber Eats sued New York City over its newly entrenched cap on the amount meal-delivery services can collect from restaurants.

September 10, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Xos Introduces Mobile Charging Station

Xos Inc., a manufacturer of Classes 5-8 electric commercial vehicles, announced the Xos Hu mobile charging station. It is intended as a custom-built alternative to installed charging infrastructure.

September 10, 2021
Business, Technology

How Fleets Can Double Down on Ransomware Protection

With the threat of ransomware reaching new heights in 2021, many trucking and logistics companies are doubling down on their defenses against the scourge to make sure they’ve done everything they can to avoid becoming its next victim.

September 10, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, TCA

NYC Unveils Plan for Electric Vehicle Charging Network

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Over the next decade, New York City will create one of the country’s largest electric vehicle charging networks in an effort to reduce the city’s greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.

September 10, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

Diesel Exhaust Fluid Sensor Failures Sideline Thousands of Trucks

Ongoing shortages of replacement parts for failed diesel exhaust fluid quality sensors are believed to be causing thousands of trucks nationwide to be disabled and parked.

September 9, 2021
Government, Technology, Safety

The Crooked World of Staged Accidents

Program Aired: September 9, 2021. Staged accidents aren't new, but in recent years, perpetrators have begun more actively targeting commercial trucks because they tend to have larger dollar signs associated with them. This issue not only affects the targeted carriers, but is raising insurance rates industry wide and encouraging new criminals to enter the market.

September 9, 2021