Technology
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.
California Shows an Electric-Car Uprising Headed for the US
If you want to know how quickly electric vehicles might spread across the U.S., just look at California. In the past five years, EVs have gone from 2% of new-car sales in the state to 22%.
Using AI and Video to Make Job Interviews More Efficient
AI-powered video interviewing of job applicants has quickly matured into a mainstream option for trucking and logistics companies looking to streamline the hiring process.
The Trucking Industry Tackles Carbon Tracking
As corporate reporting on greenhouse gas emissions becomes commonplace, more shippers will turn to their freight transportation providers for help tracking their carbon footprints.
Executive Spotlight: Wade Anderson, Bay & Bay Transportation
Wade Anderson of Bay & Bay Transportation in Eagen, Minn., has more than 30 years of experience digitally transforming companies.
September 8, 2023Card Skimming at Truck Stops Is a Huge Problem for Fleets
Many of us have had to deal with the unfortunate problem of credit card fraud. You look at your monthly card statement and your eyes get wide after seeing the total.
University of Tennessee Develops Fleet Sustainability Index
The University of Tennessee Fleet Sustainability Index contains emissions profiles for more than 400,000 motor carriers and millions of trucks.
Estes Among Fleets to Pilot Remora’s Carbon Capture System
Estes was among the first commercial for-hire carriers to sign up to pilot emerging technology developed by Remora.
Trucking’s Many Roads to Decarbonization
Trucking already has made strides to reduce emissions but carriers will need to comply with stricter regulations ahead. So how will the industry achieve these carbon reduction goals?
Two Flexport Executives to Leave After CEO’s Abrupt Exit
Flexport Inc. executives Teresa Carlson and Darcie Henry are leaving the company, both hired during the tenure of CEO Dave Clark, who unexpectedly departed on Sept. 6.
California Charging Infrastructure Lags Behind Targets
Concerns are growing that California is falling behind in its ability to provide enough electric vehicle charging options to meet its own aggressive targets.