One-third of small and midsize trucking companies want to reduce emissions but face barriers, a Convoy survey released Aug. 31 showed.
August 31, 2021BusinessTechnologyFuel
Cold Transport Moves Further Into Electrification
The technology for cooling transported goods is moving further into electrification and other means to spur deployments of zero-emission transport refrigeration units, manufacturers said.
August 31, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyPerspective
Perspective: Unlocking Security Integration’s Trucking Potential
The valuable assets that trucking, freight and logistics companies must protect from theft and damage require more than a one-size-fits-all solution, but creative opportunities exist for companies that integrate physical security with new technologies.
August 31, 2021BusinessTechnologyFuel
Lithium Fuels Hopes for Revival on California’s Largest Lake
California’s largest but rapidly shrinking lake is at the forefront of efforts to make the U.S. a major global player in the production of lithium.
August 31, 2021BusinessTechnologyAutonomous
Yandex Buys Uber Out of Food-Delivery, Self-Driving Venture
Yandex NV is buying out Uber Technologies Inc.’s shares in its food tech, delivery and self-driving businesses in an all-cash deal valued at $1 billion.
August 31, 2021TechnologyEquipmentSafety
NHTSA Solicits Input Ahead of Information Collection
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is accepting public comments on the agency’s intention to request approval for an information collection regarding event data recorders.
August 30, 2021GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyAutonomous
Tesla on Part-Automated Drive System Strikes Police Car
ORLANDO, Fla. — A Tesla using its partially automated driving system slammed into a Florida Highway Patrol cruiser Aug. 28 on an interstate near downtown Orlando and narrowly missed its driver, who had pulled over to assist a disabled vehicle.
August 30, 2021BusinessTechnology
Transfix Names Sophie Dabbs Chief Commercial Officer
Transfix, a company specializing in freight brokerage, announced last month that Sophie Dabbs has joined the organization as chief commercial officer.
August 27, 2021BusinessTechnology
Trucker Tools Announces Integration With Port TMS
Trucker Tools announced Aug. 26 a platform integration with transportation management software provider Port TMS.
August 27, 2021BusinessTechnologyEquipment
Orange EV Expands Agreement With Lazer Spot
Orange EV announced a multiyear agreement to manufacture and deliver more than 25 EV yard trucks to Lazer Spot Inc. this year and next.
August 27, 2021