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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

Uber, Lyft Drivers May See Higher Wages Under NYC Plan

The city’s plan threatens to further weigh on demand for ridesharing in a key market for Uber and Lyft, which are both warning that costs will be passed through to consumers.

January 8, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

AI, Holograms, EVs Shaping Future In-Cabin Experiences

Automakers pulled out all the stops to showcase their latest advances for in-vehicle experiences at CES, the Consumer Technology Association’s annual trade show of all things tech.

January 8, 2025
Business, Technology, Logistics

Cass Buys Ocean, Airfreight Audit Specialist AcuAudit

Cass Information Systems bought ocean and international airfreight audit provider AcuAudit for an undisclosed sum from Acuitive Solutions, it said.

January 8, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

Flying Taxis Are on the Horizon

Joby Aviation and other ambitious companies collectively have raised billions of dollars to turn air taxis into reality.

January 8, 2025
Business, Technology, Logistics, Top 100

AIT Buys St. Louis-Based Freight Forwarder Krupp Trucking

Krupp specializes in the transportation of high-value goods, with AIT keen to add the company’s technology logistics sector operations to its portfolio, it said.

January 8, 2025
Government, Business, Technology

Northvolt Owners Back Plan to Keep Making Batteries

Northvolt AB shareholders approved the bankrupt electric vehicle supplier’s plan to keep building battery cells while it seeks new funding to restructure under Chapter 11 protection.

January 8, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Biden Unveils Clean Energy Tax Credits Amid Uncertain Future

The Biden administration made new tax credits available for companies that generate clean electricity and argued it would be a mistake for President-elect Donald Trump to try to undo them.

January 7, 2025
Business, Technology

5 Questions Your Telematics RFP is Missing

A well-defined RFP ensures a fleet attracts the right vendor who can deliver solutions that meet your needs. Before sending your telematics RFP to vendors, explore these key questions to ensure your fleet’s operations and expectations are aligned for success.

January 7, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

NACFE to Hold ‘Messy Middle’ Testing in September

The fourth Run on Less program in NACFE’s Run on Less initiative will involve four different powertrain solutions: diesel, natural gas, battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cells.

January 7, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Honda to Begin US EV Production With Ohio-Built 0 Series

The Japanese carmaker displayed the near-production models of its 0 Series sedan and mid-size SUV at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on Jan. 7.

January 7, 2025