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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

Iveco Sale Talks End With China FAW as Italy Opposes

The billionaire Agnelli family’s CNH Industrial NV ended talks to sell its Iveco SpA truck and bus unit to China FAW Group Co. after the Italian government signaled it would oppose the deal.

April 19, 2021
Business, Technology, Autonomous

The (Robot) Pizza Guy Is Here: Delivery Pods Gain Ground

While venture capitalists salivate over sentient transport trucks and robot SUVs that can safely navigate a Boston blizzard, some of the smartest self-driving engineers are making progress flipping chicken sandwiches.

April 19, 2021
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Walmart Invests in Cruise, the GM-Backed Autonomous-Car Startup

Walmart is taking an undisclosed stake in Cruise, the autonomous-vehicle technology company that’s majority-owned by General Motors Co.

April 16, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

TuSimple Raises $1.35 Billion Through IPO

Autonomous truck developer TuSimple raised $1.35 billion through its initial public offering, a move that will help fund the company’s push to commercialize self-driving trucks and expand its autonomous freight network across the United States.

April 15, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Looking to Hire a ‘Fresh-Faced Veteran’ Maintenance Tech? Good Luck

Recruiting military veterans for maintenance positions in trucking fleets’ repair shops is an industry goal, but the prospect of finding and transitioning young vets to become civilian service technicians can be challenging.

April 15, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

TMC Highlights Big Changes to VMRS Coding System

A vehicle maintenance coding system used by repair shops across the trucking industry is receiving an update that has been years in the making, and is also evolving to include the burgeoning electric vehicle segment.

April 15, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

TMC Plans Closer Look at Mirrorlike Camera Monitor Systems

The increasing interest in camera monitor systems has prompted the Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations to decide how it can help fleets understand how the systems would best fit into the truck cab environment.

April 15, 2021
Business, Technology, Fuel

Stellantis CEO Vows to Accelerate Carmaker’s Electric Shift

Stellantis NV CEO Carlos Tavares pledged to speed up the company’s electric shift, vowing that cars with a battery will account for more than a third of its European sales by mid-decade.

April 15, 2021
Business, Technology

EV Maker Polestar Raises $550 Million From New Investors

Polestar, the electric carmaker controlled by Volvo Car AB and its owner Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., has raised $550 million from new investors to help fund its growth.

April 15, 2021
Business, Technology

TMC Study Group Continues to Craft Guidance for ADAS Training

Progress is underway for guidance documents for advanced driver assistance systems, according to a Technology & Maintenance Council study group.

April 14, 2021