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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

German Automaker Audi to Cut 9,500 Jobs by 2025

BERLIN Volkswagen subsidiary Audi says its cutting 9,500 jobs in Germany through 2025 as part of a transformation plan to make the company lean and sustainable.

November 26, 2019
Business, Technology, Safety

FCC Considers Taking Away Spectrum Used by Transportation Industry

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai wants to slash, or even end, public- and private-sector transportation interests exclusive access to a slice of spectrum known as Dedicated Short Range Communications.

November 25, 2019
Business, Technology

Ford Challenges Tesla to a Truck Tug of War

Tesla Inc.s Elon Musk plainly says his pickup is a better truck than an F-150. Ford Motor Co. is taking issue with that claim.

November 25, 2019
Government, Business, Technology

Uber Loses License in London Over Safety, Vows to Appeal

LONDON Londons transit authority Nov. 25 refused to renew Ubers operating license over concerns about impostor drivers, with the ride-booking company vowing to appeal the decision as it struggles to secure its future in the British capital.

November 25, 2019
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

FMCSA to Announce Two-Year Delay in Implementing ELDT Rule

Federal trucking regulators are nearing completion of a formal notice that they plan to delay implementation of the Entry Level Driver Training rule by up to two years after it was set to go into effect on a limited basis Feb. 7.

November 25, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment

Despite Unveiling Issues, Elon Musk Says Tesla Pickup Truck Orders Hit 200,000

Tesla Inc. Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk said orders for its Cybertruck have climbed to 200,000 even after two windows unexpectedly shattered in the big reveal Nov. 21.

November 25, 2019
Business, Technology

DTNA Brings Cascadia to Down Under Markets

Daimler Trucks North America announced Nov. 22 the availability of the right-hand drive Freightliner Cascadia for Australian and New Zealand markets.

November 25, 2019
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous, TCA

Partially Autonomous Truck Undergoes Tests in Illinois

Krystian Gebis did not have to keep his hands on the wheel when he operated a specially modified Peterbilt semi truck along a test track last month. The steering wheel turned by itself.

November 25, 2019
Business, Technology

McLeod Mobile Capture App Eliminates Image Transaction Fees

McLeod Softwares version of DocumentPower Enterprise and FlowLogix will have a free version of its Mobile Capture app for phones and tablets.

November 22, 2019
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Waymo Offers Autonomous Car Guide for First Responders

PHOENIX Google spinoff Waymo is trying to educate emergency responders on how to deal with its autonomous vehicles.

November 22, 2019