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.
Cruise Sponsorship Patch Now Part of Giants’ Jerseys
Cruise, which offers a driverless ride-hailing service in San Francisco, now has a patch with the company logo on the shoulder of San Francisco Giants players' jerseys.
Nikola Hires GM Veteran Steve Girsky as CEO
Nikola Corp. is tapping a former General Motors Co. vice chairman to serve as its CEO, replacing the current CEO after less than a year of running the electric truck maker.
House Committee Approves Internal Combustion Engines Bill
A panel in the House recently approved a bill that would block efforts meant to prevent the sale of internal combustion engines.
Meritor, Heavy-Duty Truck Engine Sales Boost Cummins Profits
Profits at Cummins Inc. rose to $720 million in the second quarter of 2023 from $702 million in the year-ago period on the back of a jump in sales, including at newly acquired Meritor.
BMW Boosts Electric Car Spending to Catch Up With Tesla
BMW AG is stepping up spending on its electric car rollout after the luxury carmaker’s battery-vehicle deliveries more than doubled during the first half of the year.
Amazon Fresh Offers Grocery Delivery to Non-Prime Members
Amazon has begun offering its Fresh grocery delivery service to customers who aren’t Prime members.
Senate EPW Approves Diesel Emissions Bill
A bill that updates the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act through fiscal 2029 was recently approved by a committee in the U.S. Senate.
Nikola Begins Production of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Class 8 Truck
Nikola began production of the Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric truck July 31 at its Coolidge, Ariz., factory, the company said.
Lubrication analysis leads to extended ODI, fuel efficiency
Nussbaum Transportation worked with the MobilTM Engineering team to evaluate their fleet’s oil program. After implementing a new lubrication strategy, Nussbaum was able to safely extend oil drain intervals to 75,000 miles and improve their fuel efficiency.
August 1, 2023Nussbaum takes engine performance to the next level
After implementing a new lubrication strategy, Nussbaum Transportation was able to safely extend oil drain intervals to 75,000 miles. But they didn’t stop there. Seeing these results Nussbaum also looked to improve their fuel efficiency. See how they did it.
August 1, 2023