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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.

Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel

Trump to Take Reins as Biden Rushes Infrastructure Projects

WASHINGTON — While Republicans capped 2024 with a presidential victory, the Biden administration has been rushing to advance as many infrastructure and microchip projects as it can.

December 17, 2024
Business, Technology

DAT Buys Trucker Tools to Boost Digital Freight Features

The deal, which closed Dec. 17, brings Trucker Tools’ platform suite for freight visibility, digital load booking and carrier engagement under the umbrella of DAT’s operations.

December 17, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel

Lion Electric Wins Court Protection From Creditors

After winning breathing room with its bankers to look for additional funding earlier in December, Lion said it failed to raise any cash and was now in default on debt repayments.

December 17, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

US to Require Vehicles to Sound Alarms for Rear Seat Belts

DETROIT — Starting in September 2027, all new passenger vehicles in the U.S. will have to sound a warning if rear-seat passengers don’t buckle up.

December 16, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics, Global Freight

Amazon Rejects Senate Report on Workplace Safety Standards

Amazon has long been a target of worker’s rights advocates and labor unions, who say the company pushes its employees too hard in the name of getting packages to customers quickly.

December 16, 2024
Government, Business, Technology

SoftBank to Invest $100 Billion in US After Trump Win

The plan includes a pledge to create 100,000 jobs focused on artificial intelligence and related infrastructure, including investments in data centers, semiconductors and energy.

December 16, 2024
Government, Business, Technology

Biden Plans Last-Minute Moves on AI, Climate, Pardons

The steps are the latest as Biden races to tie off key files before he leaves office. Trump is preparing a flurry of orders that could take aim at key planks of the Biden agenda.

December 16, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel

Northvolt Bankruptcy Hits Danish Pension Fund Hard

ATP is one of the largest owners in Northvolt with a stake of about 5%. The value of that holding “probably won’t be very far from zero.â€

December 16, 2024
Business, Technology, Sponsored

Best Carrier TMS Software in 2025: How to Choose

Transitioning from basic load board tools or spreadsheets to an advanced, integrated Transportation Management System (TMS) is a critical step for mid-sized truckload carriers aiming to scale effectively and sustain long-term competitiveness.

December 14, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

Aurora Opens Lidar Testing Facility in Montana

Located on Montana State University’s Innovation Campus, the office is designed to support development and testing of Aurora’s FirstLight Lidar technology.

December 13, 2024