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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.

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Trump Halts Program to Expand EV Charger Network

The Trump administration is suspending federal funding for electric car chargers, following through on one of the president’s first directives to roll back subsidies for plug-in vehicles.

February 7, 2025
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Nikola Considers Bankruptcy, Capping EV Maker’s Wild Ride

Nikola Corp. is working with a law firm and financial advisers to prepare a potential Chapter 11 filing, which would protect it from creditors amid a cash crunch.

February 7, 2025
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Amazon Posts Strong Q4 Earnings, but Stock Dips on Q1 Outlook

Amazon on Feb. 6 reported better-than-expected revenue and profit for the holiday shopping period, but its share price dipped in after-hours trading due to disappointing guidance for Q1.

February 7, 2025
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Transportation M&A Gains Momentum in Late 2024

The transportation sector saw merger and acquisition activity gain momentum as market conditions stabilized in the second half of 2024, according to experts.

February 7, 2025
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Win 37% More Spot Quotes with Email Integration

Freight brokers can secure more loads with less effort by automating email management. Discover how Tai TMS helps you quote faster, streamline communication, and eliminate back-office bottlenecks. Download the whitepaper and focus on what truly matters: scaling your business. 

February 6, 2025
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Watch: Aurora Fights FMCSA Ruling on Hazard Warnings

Aurora Innovation Inc. challenged a FMCSA decision to deny the company an exemption to a rule which requires hazard warnings to be placed on the road, even for self-driving trucks.   

February 6, 2025
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Senate Panel Advances Supply Chain Resiliency Bill

The Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act, reintroduced by Sens. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), gained bipartisan approval from the Commerce Committee.

February 6, 2025
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XPO Earnings Jump 31% Despite Revenue Dip in Q4 2024

The Greenwich, Conn.-based less-than-truckload carrier posted net income of $76 million, compared with $58 million during the same time the previous year.

February 6, 2025
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Cargill Buys Biofuels Supplier to Grow Beyond Grains

Agricultural commodities trader Cargill is boosting its renewable fuels and sugar operation in Brazil after a period of shrinking earnings as the price of corn and soybeans tumbled.

February 6, 2025
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Ford Expects Big Profit Drop as Trump Tariff, EV Threats Loom

Ford warned that profit may fall by $2 billion or more in 2025 on lower vehicle prices and costly new-model launches, adding to risks posed by potential new tariffs and dimming demand for plug-in cars.

February 6, 2025