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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, Equipment

Capitol Agenda for the Week of March 5: Amos & Adam

The countrys struggle to identify an ideal funding strategy for transportation projects has brought to the fore two men who, until now, had little in common. A look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

March 2, 2018
Business, Technology

SXSW Festival to Include High-Tech Trucking

Trucking is getting hip with the South by Southwest Conference and Festivals in Austin, Texas, claiming a spot on the agenda of a show that typically celebrates creativity in music, film and interactive technology.

March 2, 2018
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

Chao Tells Automated Vehicle Summit DOT 3.0 Guidance Could Be Issued in Early Summer

WASHINGTON Updated federal guidance for manufacturers and states seeking to deploy self-driving vehicles could be released as early as summer, U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao told hundreds of executives attending the automated vehicle policy summit here.

March 1, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment, Editorial

Editorial: Training Tomorrows Technicians

Year after year, the annual meeting of the Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations has been a must-attend event for those looking to learn about the latest trends in truck maintenance. As this years meeting convenes in Atlanta, that remains true.

March 1, 2018
Business, Technology, Safety

Virtual Reality Training Promising for Diesel Mechanics, Forklift Operators

Virtual reality-based training may be a viable option for developing a new generation of diesel technicians, warehouse forklift operators and drivers, as the evolving technology shows promise in speeding up training at a time when labor is in short supply.

March 1, 2018
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Driver Training, Documentation Can Smooth ELD Inspections, Experts Say

NASHVILLE, Tenn. Fleets can promote smooth roadside inspections of electronic logs by ensuring that their drivers understand the devices installed in their trucks and keep proper documentation in the cab, enforcement and technology experts said.

March 1, 2018
Technology, Equipment

Data Driven Maintenance: Moving from Proactive to Predictive

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March 1, 2018
Business, Technology

New Omnitracs CEO Ray Greer Outlines Vision for Telematics Company

NASHVILLE, Tenn. New Omnitracs CEO Ray Greer said the company will remain open to further acquisitions as it pursues new ways to convert the ever-growing amount of data collected by fleets into deeper business insights.

March 1, 2018
Business, Technology

Artificial Intelligence: A New Look for Business Productivity Tools

While artificial intelligence is increasingly being applied on a massive scale to alter the very nature of how the world works, it turns out AI is also very good at making everyday drudgery disappear.

March 1, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous, TCA

Self-Driving Firm Aurora Innovation Lands $90 Million Investment

Aurora Innovations 2018 is off to a booming start. The self-driving car company with offices in Pittsburgh and Silicon Valley started the year announcing partnerships with Hyundai and Volkswagen.

February 28, 2018