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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.

BusinessTechnologyAutonomous

Microsoft Wants to Teach Drones, Robots, Drills How to Think

Microsoft Corp. and technology rivals spend a lot of time talking about machine learning. Now Microsoft is talking about something called machine teaching.

November 4, 2019
BusinessTechnologyFuel

Infiniti Will Market Cars That Still Fill Up on Gas as Electric

Infiniti bills itself as being a convention challenger, but the Nissan Motor Co. luxury-car division still sees the future of electrification much like the era of internal combustion.

November 4, 2019
Technology

7 Steps to Choosing the Right ELD Provider

Download this simple, 7-step guide to learn:  How to vet ELDs for accuracy & reliability Key considerations for easy implementation and onboarding for both drivers and back-office staff Essential questions to ask for picking a device that will meet your business goals

November 4, 2019
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Uber Freight Adds Service in Canada

Digital broker Uber Freight announced its expansion to portions of Canada.

November 1, 2019
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Convoy Enhances App, Giving Carriers Access to More Spot Freight

Digital freight broker Convoy launched direct-from-shipper loads nationwide, a feature intended to provide carriers access to 10 times the amount of spot freight from America’s largest shippers.

November 1, 2019
BusinessTechnologyAutonomous

Fiat Chrysler Posts Record North America Earnings, Margins in Q3

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV delivered record third-quarter pre-tax earnings in North America and a best-ever 10.6% margin, the automaker said Oct. 31, a sign to its would-be French partner, Groupe PSA, that it could be a strong ally on the continent.

November 1, 2019
BusinessTechnologyFuel

Old World Industries Acquires Dasco’s DEF Business

Old World Industries announced it acquired Dasco Inc.’s diesel exhaust fluid and prilled [pellet] automotive-grade urea global business and assets.

November 1, 2019
BusinessTechnologyAutonomous

PPG Adds Adhesives and Sealants Research Facility

PPG Industries Inc. announced it recently completed a 2,100-square-foot automotive adhesives and sealants laboratory on the company’s existing 42-acre manufacturing and research complex in Cleveland.

November 1, 2019
BusinessTechnology

Nissan Names CFO, Shuffles Executives as New CEO Takes Over

Nissan Motor Co. unveiled the responsibilities of its new top managers, appointing a new chief financial officer and making other executive moves as the Japanese automaker seeks to turn a new page almost a year since the arrest of former Chairman Carlos Ghosn.

November 1, 2019
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

NACV Spotlights Innovations as Firms Brace for Downturn

ATLANTA — Truck, trailer and component manufacturers unveiled their latest innovations and outlined visions for the industry’s future here at the second edition of the North American Commercial Vehicle Show, while simultaneously preparing for an expected downturn in the equipment market next year.

October 31, 2019