Two tests by AAA during the past two years show that partially automated driving systems don’t always function properly, so the auto club is recommending that car companies limit their use.
August 6, 2020Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous
AAA: Partially Automated Driving Systems Don’t Always Work
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety
Carriers Must Prepare as Deadline Nears for Chinese Technology Ban, Experts Say
With an Aug. 13 deadline approaching fast, motor carriers who do business with the federal government must soon launch an inquiry to locate and purge telecommunications equipment manufactured by five Chinese companies that may be in use in their operations.
August 5, 2020Business, Technology
Redefining Supply Chain Security
Supply chain security is an ongoing and ever-evolving process, requiring active risk mitigation and management. Discovering security-related trends, addressing them before they become a true risk, and dealing with unavoidable real-time situations effectively allows you to manage your supply chain’s security.
August 5, 2020Business, Technology, Logistics, Top 50
C.H. Robinson Tweaks Freightquote for Small Businesses
C.H. Robinson is rolling out enhancements to its Freightquote service for small businesses that the company said will help owners who deal infrequently with the complexities of shipping and logistics and those who might be new to it.
August 5, 2020Government, Business, Technology, Fuel
Global EV Charging Stations Top 1 Million
The electric vehicle industry has quietly hit one of its biggest milestones to date, as the number of public charging plugs around the world ticks above the 1 million mark.
August 5, 2020Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel
Nikola Posts Q2 Loss, Stays Focused on Growth Strategy
Just months after becoming a publicly traded company, Nikola Corp. reported that net losses widened versus year-ago levels as the company continues investing in the buildup toward the introduction of its electric trucks.
August 5, 2020Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous
Anthony Levandowski Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison
Autonomous driving engineer Anthony Levandowski was ordered to spend 18 months in prison for stealing trade secrets from Google as he defected to Uber Technologies Inc., in one of the highest-profile criminal cases to hit Silicon Valley.
August 4, 2020Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous
Senate Panel to Consider USDOT IG Nominee Eric Soskin
President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the U.S. Department of Transportation’s internal watchdog division is scheduled to appear before a Senate panel Aug. 6.
August 4, 2020Business, Technology, Equipment
Eaton Posts Q2 Operating Loss in Vehicle Unit
Power management company Eaton Corp. reported sharp drops in net income and revenue in the second quarter as the novel coronavirus pandemic cut vehicle production at key customers.
August 4, 2020Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous
DOT Funds Four New University Transportation Centers
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced $4.9 million in funding has been awarded to support four new University Transportation Centers.
August 4, 2020