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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, Logistics, Autonomous

How Logistics Can Transform With AI — and Not Lose Its Way

The buzz around artificial intelligence has a way of obscuring the most important conversations around it.

Maneet Singh | Chief Information Officer, Odyssey Logistics
November 22, 2023
Business, Technology

Cameras Help Fleets Reduce Liability, Gain Operational Value

Many fleets have adopted forward- and inward-facing cameras to coach drivers and reduce liability. Now the latest smart camera technology is taking things a step further.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
November 22, 2023
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Autonomous Trucks: A Tool for the Motor Carrier Toolbox

Autonomous trucks could unlock ­safety improvements and greater freight efficiency in the coming years, but they won't be a one-size-fits-all solution for the entire trucking industry.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
November 22, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment

Executive Spotlight: John Reed, Aim Transportation Solutions

John Reed, chief information officer and vice president of technology at Aim Transportation Solutions and a 30-year company veteran, is passionate about programming.

November 22, 2023
Business, Technology

Transparency, Privacy Features Help Boost Camera Acceptance

Video-based safety systems are helping fleets prevent crashes and exonerate drivers, but successful deployment of this technology continues to hinge on driver acceptance.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
November 22, 2023
Government, Technology

USDOT Orders States to Create Emission-Performance Metrics

The U.S. Department of Transportation on Nov. 22 announced a tight deadline imposed in a final rule by the Federal Highway Administration for states to establish emission-reduction goals.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
November 22, 2023
Business, Technology

Rivian CEO Adds Product Oversight to Responsibilities

Rivian Automotive CEO RJ Scaringe will take on an expanded role overseeing all product-related functions as the automaker prepares for the next generation of its electric vehicle lineup.

Ed Ludlow | Bloomberg News
November 21, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics, Autonomous

Terraline to Carry Out Prototype Class 8 Truck Tests in Q1

A prototype of a battery-electric Class 8 truck with an expected range of 500 miles is set to begin its first pilot tests in Florida in the first quarter of 2024, according to vehicle developer Terraline Inc.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
November 21, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment

Ford Scaling Back Planned Michigan Battery Plant

Ford Motor Co. is resuming construction on a Michigan electric vehicle battery plant that the company postponed two months ago during a strike by the United Auto Workers union.

November 21, 2023
Business, Technology, Safety, For-Hire

Estes Express Says It Is Doing Well Post-Cyberattack

Executives from Estes Express Lines recently shared details and lessons learned about the company’s response after an October cyberattack hampered the carrier’s operations.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
November 21, 2023