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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, Safety, Logistics, Perspective

Perspective: Using Technology to Protect Cargo From Theft

Cargo theft is often a subtle process, making it difficult to prevent. With cargo thieves relying increasingly on subterfuge, the security apparatus on the shop floor must evolve accordingly.

July 22, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

American Farmers’ Next Hot Commodity Is Canola for Biofuels

A growing number of energy and agriculture firms have been boosting spending in an effort to plant and crush more canola, an oilseed that could play a big role in the renewable fuel markets.

July 22, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

EPA Awards $4.3B to Pollution Reduction Projects in 30 States

WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency is awarding $4.3 billion in grants to fund projects in 30 states to reduce climate pollution.

July 22, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Clean Fuels Alliance America to Sue EPA

Clean Fuels Alliance America told the EPA that it will sue over the agency’s delay in establishing 2026 biofuel volumes in its Renewable Fuel Standard program.

July 19, 2024
Government, Technology, Equipment

26 States Sue NHTSA Over New Fuel Economy Rule

Twenty-six states led by Kentucky and West Virginia have filed a lawsuit to block a new fuel economy rule by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 

July 19, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel, TCA

Mercedes-Benz to Install EV Chargers at 100 Starbucks

Starbucks and Mercedes-Benz announced a partnership July 17 to install high-power electric vehicle chargers at 100 Starbucks stores across the U.S. 

July 19, 2024
Government, Business, Technology

FedEx, UPS Warn of Delivery Delays From Global Tech Outage

FedEx and UPS warned of potential delays in package deliveries as the couriers grapple with the impact of a massive IT failure that is upending markets and crippling companies globally.

July 19, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Stellantis Reports Battery Fire Risk for Hybrid Minivans

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Stellantis is telling the owners of more than 24,000 plug-in hybrid minivans to park them outdoors, and to stop charging them due to the possibility of battery fires.

July 19, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

Trucking Weathers Another Increase in Cargo Theft for Q2

The trucking industry continued to weather an increase in cargo theft activity during the second quarter of 2024.

July 18, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Paccar Technical Center Expands Campus, Adds Staff

The Paccar Technical Center continues to grow in size and head count, some 42 years after the Mount Vernon, Wash., facility began operations, according to its top executive.

July 18, 2024