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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, Equipment

Blue Tree Systems Adds ‘Anticipation’ Feature

Telematics provider Blue Tree Systems released a feature that analyzes drivers’ braking habits on Brake Safety Day, an event sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.

September 11, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous, TCA

Waymo’s Matrix-Like World for Training Self-Driving Cars

Much like student drivers, Waymo’s self-driving minivans regularly stumble upon situations they’ve never seen before.

September 11, 2017
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Capitol Agenda for the Week of Sept. 11: That Truck Is Driving Itself

Super smart robot trucks capable of communicating with other robot trucks while they haul freight along highways, without a driver, is no longer science fiction.

September 11, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment

ACT Expo in Long Beach to Add Commercial Electric Vehicle Summit

Organizers of the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo are expanding their annual event in Long Beach, Calif., to include information on and examples of commercial electric vehicles

September 11, 2017
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

Self-Driving Cars Bill in Senate Veers Into Tricky Truck Debate

Senate negotiators released draft legislation meant to spur the introduction of self-driving vehicles, while indicating they were undecided if their measure would encompass trucks and buses.

September 11, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous, TCA

Goodyear Debuts ‘Fitbit’ for Tires

Goodyear is testing a smart-tire that, much like a Fitbit, relays condition information based on cloud computing analytics.

September 8, 2017
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

Senate Panel to Examine Self-Driving Trucks

Trucking executives and industry observers will lead a discussion on self-driving trucks at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing Sept. 13.

September 8, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment

Automated Steering Is Next Step

Automated steering capabilities are coming soon to commercial vehicles, suppliers of truck steering systems said.

September 8, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, TCA

UPS Foundation to Test Drones for Hurricane Harvey Disaster Relief in Texas

The UPS Foundation said it is partnering with drone manufacturer CyPhy Works and the American Red Cross to test using a drone to identify areas with the most flood damage in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.

September 8, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment

Steer Axle Suppliers Focus on Weight Reduction

Shaving off weight has become a central objective of truck component design, and nowhere is that “lightweighting” trend more apparent than on the front axle.

September 8, 2017