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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, Fuel

Accelera Launches Next-Gen Hydrogen, Electric Solutions

LAS VEGAS — Accelera by Cummins launched its next generation of decarbonizing technologies at Advanced Clean Transportation Expo 2024.

Michael Freeze | Features Editor
May 23, 2024
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Tesla Posts Jobs for AI, Autopilot After Weeks of Staff Cuts

Tesla Inc. posted more than a dozen Autopilot and artificial intelligence positions, its first sign of workforce growth after weeks of rolling layoffs.

Kara Carlson | Austin American-Statesman
May 23, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Lion Electric Introduces Battery-Electric Class 8 Tractor

LAS VEGAS — The Lion Electric Co. has expanded its commercial vehicle lineup with its battery-electric Lion8 Tractor, introduced at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
May 23, 2024
Business, Technology, Safety

The Safer Route Forward

Program Aired: May 23, 2 p.m. ET For modern transportation companies, commercial vehicle navigation is more than just a nice-to-have – it’s an essential tool for keeping your drivers safe. Join Trimble’s Dwayne Lazarre as he walks you through how truck-specific routing guides your fleet through the unexpected – from weather to work zones (and nearly everything in between).

May 23, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

WattEV CEO Challenges Truck Makers on Megawatt Charging

LAS VEGAS — WattEV CEO Salim Youssefzadeh issued a challenge to Class 8 truck makers at Advanced Clean Transportation Expo 2024.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
May 23, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Truck Maker Execs Hopeful on BETs Despite Slow Adoption

LAS VEGAS — Battery-electric truck adoption rates surprised to the downside over the past five years, a panel of executives from America’s truck manufacturers said at ACT Expo 2024.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
May 23, 2024
Business, Technology

60 Seconds: Honda Unveils Class 8 Hydrogen FCEV Concept Truck

Honda Motor Co. pulled back the curtain on a promised Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle May 17, unveiling a concept truck whose public debut will be at the  Advanced Clean Transportation Expo in Las Vegas May 20-24.

May 23, 2024
Business, Technology

Tesla Signals Pullback on Goal of 20 Million Cars by 2030

Tesla omitted a previously stated goal to eventually sell 20 million vehicles a year from one of its yearly reports, adding to signs Elon Musk is prioritizing autonomy over its car business.

Dana Hull | Bloomberg News
May 23, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Kenworth Reveals SuperTruck 2 Concept at ACT Expo

LAS VEGAS — Kenworth Truck Co. showcased its SuperTruck 2 high-efficiency concept tractor for the first time this week at Advanced Clean Transportation Expo 2024.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
May 23, 2024
Government, Business, Technology

Trucking Faces ‘Peak Complexity’ on Road to a Greener Future

LAS VEGAS — On the road toward a more environmentally sustainable future, the trucking industry is encountering an unprecedented level of complexity.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
May 23, 2024