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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

AI in Transportation: Opportunities, Risks & Best Practices

Program Airs: December 5, 2 p.m. ET In this engaging webinar we will explore the rapidly growing role of AI in the transportation industry. Discover the beneficial applications and the risks associated with AI adoption in the trucking industry.

December 5, 2024
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Autonomous: Plus Ramps Up Autonomous Truck Testing in U.S. and Europe

Automated driving technology company Plus has been ramping up on-road testing of autonomous heavy-duty trucks in the United States and Europe in cooperation with Traton Group’s commercial truck brands.   

November 13, 2024
Business, Technology

60 Seconds: C.H. Robinson Automates Email Transactions With AI

Logistics giant C.H. Robinson's proprietary technology can now execute all tasks involving email during the freight shipment life cycle that a human would normally perform. Story by Connor D. Wolf.   

November 12, 2024
Business, Technology

60 Seconds: Torc's Fully Driverless Truck Zooms at 65 mph

Self-driving truck developer Torc Robotics announced that it has begun validating its autonomous driving technology at speeds up to 65 mph with no one on board the vehicle in a closed-course environment.   

November 5, 2024
Business, Technology

60 Seconds: Volvo & Daimler Team Up For New Truck OS Platform

The software platform will enable Daimler Truck, Volvo Group and potential customers of the joint venture to offer independent and digital vehicle functions for their products, the companies said. Customers will be able to add and update digital applications remotely, potentially reducing downtime and simplifying maintenance.   

October 31, 2024
Business, Technology

The Road Ahead: 2025 Trucking and Fleet Insights

Program Airs: December 10, 2 p.m. ET Mike Precia and Rob Abbott discuss the key findings in Fleetworthy’s exclusive industry report based on a survey of more than 300 fleet operators and independent truckers.

December 10, 2024
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Commercial Ops Debut Coming Fast for VNL Autonomous Truck

The start of commercial operations for factory-built autonomous Class 8 tractors by Volvo Autonomous Solutions and Aurora Innovation is due in a matter of days.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
November 20, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Jaguar Rebrand Promo Shows Logo, but Where’s the Car?

NEW YORK — A promotional video for a rebrand of British luxury car brand Jaguar is being criticized online for showing models in brightly colored outfits — and no car.

November 20, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, TCA

GM Opens Lab to Prevent Software Bugs in New Vehicles

WARREN, Mich. — General Motors Co. has developed a software-testing lab inside its Global Technical Center to prevent bugs from entering new vehicles and affecting customers.

Kalea Hall | The Detroit News
November 20, 2024
Business, Technology, Fuel

Exxon Signs Deal to Supply Lithium to Battery Maker LG Chem

Exxon has signed a preliminary agreement to provide battery metal lithium to an LG Chem plant in the U.S., strengthening the oil major’s role in the domestic critical minerals supply chain.

Yvonne Yue Li | Bloomberg News
November 20, 2024