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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, Safety, Logistics

How Trucking Apps Support Drivers in Coronavirus Pandemic

Mobile apps are helping truck drivers tackle routing challenges for the swell of necessary deliveries brought on by the coronavirus.

April 2, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics, Autonomous

DOT Opens Funding Opportunity for University Transportation Centers

The U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced a competitive grant solicitation that makes nearly $5 million available as part of its University Transportation Centers program.

March 31, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

FCC Extends 5.9 GHz Spectrum Proposal Comment Deadline

The Federal Communications Commission recently extended the opportunity to reply to comments on its proposed rulemaking to dedicate a significant aspect of auto safety airwaves for broadband uses.

March 30, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

Detroit Auto Show Canceled

The North American International Auto Show said that it will cancel its Detroit show because of the coronavirus pandemic and the center where it is held will likely be repurposed into a hospital.

March 29, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel, Autonomous

TuSimple, ZF Pair to Develop Technology for Autonomous Trucks

Autonomous driving company TuSimple has reached a deal with German vehicle components maker ZF Friedrichshafen to develop and commercialize technology for autonomous trucks.

March 27, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

Kicking the Tires Becoming Obsolete as Truck Auctions Shift to Online Sales

The big auction houses increasingly are turning to digital sales to move used heavy-duty trucks.

March 27, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

DTNA Moves to Limit Truck Production

Daimler Trucks North America announced March 24 it will begin limiting production at its facilities in the U.S. and Mexico, citing emerging supply disruptions tied to COVID-19 that will soon impact its production operations.

March 24, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Digital Freight Sector Responds to Coronavirus Outbreak

Digital freight-matching companies are taking a proactive approach to confronting the coronavirus as the outbreak worsens.

March 23, 2020
Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics, Autonomous

Proterra Appoints Chairman Jack Allen to CEO Post

Electric-transit bus manufacturer Proterra appointed current Chairman Jack Allen to CEO as it prepares to extend its technology to other vehicle segments, including last-mile delivery.

March 23, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

CVG Reports Q4 Net Loss, Lower Revenue

Commercial Vehicle Group Inc., a global supplier of cab-related products and systems, earlier this month reported a fourth-quarter net loss and lower revenue as the commercial vehicle and construction markets contracted, and shortly thereafter announced the appointment of a new leader.

March 23, 2020