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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

Musk Emerges as Loud Reopen Proponent With Tesla Threats

Tesla Inc. asserts that restarting its operations in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic doesn’t make the company an outlier, nor is it going against the grain.

May 11, 2020
Business, Technology

Werner Enterprises Launches New Innovation Arm

Werner Enterprises launched a new innovation arm to promote technology-rich driver solutions, the company announced May 6.

May 11, 2020
Business, Technology, Top 100

Diesel Engine Makers Tackle Challenges Posed by Stricter Emission Standards

The lowest level of North American Class 8 truck orders in modern times is not stopping fleets and engine manufacturers from pushing ahead to prepare for more stringent emission regulations. Companies are finding ways to squeeze out better fuel mileage and uptime performance from the next wave of diesel engines.

May 11, 2020
Business, Technology

Americold Sees Surge in Q1 Profits, Revenue

Refrigerated warehouse operator Americold Realty Trust saw revenue and profits jump in the first quarter as its storage and distribution network played a key role in supplying a surge in grocery demand in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

May 8, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Orange EV Places First Electric Terminal Truck in Missouri

Orange EV announced Terminal Consolidation Co. deployed an Orange EV T-Series battery-electric terminal truck to move shipping containers at TCC’s Kansas City, Mo., operation.

May 8, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics

Musk’s Aim to Restart Tesla Plant Sets Up Potential Clash

Tesla Inc. plans to reopen its sole U.S. car factory as soon as May 8, possibly setting up another battle with local health authorities in California.

May 8, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Iowa Driver Among First in US to Use Technology for CDL Skills Test

Lonnie Orr of Davenport, Iowa, was among the first drivers in the U.S. to take advantage of a federal emergency declaration allowing new drivers to maintain COVID-19 social distancing while having their driving abilities evaluated by a state examiner observing from a trailing vehicle.

May 7, 2020
Business, Technology, Logistics

Tesla Idles China Plant, Suspending Vehicle Output Worldwide

Tesla Inc. suspended production at its plant on the outskirts of Shanghai, according to people familiar with the matter, bringing to a halt all of the company’s vehicle manufacturing globally.

May 7, 2020
Government, Business, Technology

FCC Opens Wi-Fi Access to Aid Coronavirus Response

The Federal Communications Commission temporarily allowed broadband interests expanded access to the 5.9 GHz spectrum to battle the coronavirus pandemic.

May 7, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

IMF: World Needs Two-Decade, $20 Trillion Investment

The International Monetary Fund sees the world needing public investment of more than $20 trillion in the next two decades as nations spend on initiatives including improved healthcare systems, infrastructure and green technology.

May 6, 2020