Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV is partnering with Silicon Valley startup Aurora Innovation Inc. to develop and deploy a fleet of self-driving commercial vehicles in a bid to catch up with other automakers that have invested heavily in the technology.
June 10, 2019Transportation Technology News
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.
Fiat Teams With Silicon Valleys Aurora on Self-Driving Tech
Amazon Pitches a Fantastic Tech Future and Itself
Last week, Amazon.com held its first conference devoted to the technological frontiers of artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics and space exploration. The message: The future is good, and so is Amazons role in it.
June 10, 2019Michelin Plans to Deploy Einrides T-Pod
Tire maker Michelin Group announced it will deploy an autonomous electric transport system, called T-Pod, from Einride beginning in 2020.
June 10, 2019Truck-Lite Completes Acquisition of TrackPoint
Truck-Lite Co. has completed the acquisition of TrackPoint Systems, a supplier of asset-management solutions to the transportation, utility, construction, oil field and government sectors.
June 10, 2019Walmarts EV Stations Let You Plug In While You Shop
Electric vehicle owners will have a new reason to visit Walmart as they travel across America: Not only can they stock up on snacks and drinks but they can get electric charges.
June 7, 2019Amazon Poised to Test Drone Deliveries Powered by Artificial Intelligence
Amazon.com Inc. has unveiled a revolutionary new drone part helicopter and part science-fiction aircraft that the company expects to use for test deliveries of toothpaste and other household goods starting within months.
June 6, 2019SMART TRUCKS: The Connected Fleet of Today - and Tomorrow
Billions of everyday objects connect over the web to improve our lives in the Internet of Things (IoT). See how the technology is evolving in our industry and how that technology can help you reduce costs.
June 6, 2019GMs Mark Reuss: Electric Cars Will Be Average Cost and Profitable
General Motors Co. is making a big claim about its future electric cars: The automaker will be able to sell them at very average transaction prices and be profitable, GM President Mark Reuss said in a presentation June 5.
June 5, 2019Federal Regulators Report Progress on Railroads PTC Implementation
The countrys rail operators continue to show progress with the implementation of automatic braking technology that Congress mandated in an effort to enhance safety, federal regulators announced recently.
June 5, 20195 Service Industry Fleet Challenges That Telematics Can Fix
In this white paper from MiX Telematics, we look at the unique challenges service fleets have to overcome and the specific ways in which a telematics solution can fix these.
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