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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.

Government, Business, Technology, TCA

Lightning eMotors Capitalizes on Federal Electric Truck Incentives

Lightning eMotors, a Loveland, Colo.-based manufacturer and seller of electric vehicles for commercial fleets, has been certified under the “buy America” program, making its products eligible for federal grants designed to help electrify the nation’s transportation.

Judith Kohler | The Denver Post
February 21, 2023
Government, Business, Technology

Volkswagen Emission Software is Faulty, German Court Rules

A Volkswagen AG Golf model that regulates polluting emissions based on the outside temperature doesn’t comply with the law, a German court ruled.

Karin Matussek | Bloomberg News
February 21, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment

General Motors Digs Into Mining Business to Lead Race for EV Metals

General Motors is trying to speed ahead in the race for metals underpinning the industry’s shift to electric cars.

David Welch | Bloomberg News
February 17, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment

2023 TMC Photo Gallery

Photos from American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting Feb. 26-March 2, 2023, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. 

February 17, 2023
Business, Technology

GM’s Strong Truck Sales Are Funding EV Sales Blitz, Barra Says

General Motors Co.’s leader said demand for expensive trucks remains robust, enabling the company to fund a blitz in electric vehicles that begins this year.

David Welch | Bloomberg News
February 17, 2023
Government, Business, Technology

Interest Grows in Pennsylvania’s Grant Program to Electrify Fleets

Pennsylvania’s new $12.7 million environmental grant program to electrify freight truck fleets is generating interest from municipal and commercial truck fleet owners.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
February 17, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Ford Halts Production of Electric F-150 After Battery Fire

DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford Motor Co. has suspended production and halted shipments of the F-150 Lightning electric pickup after a battery caught fire during a pre-delivery quality check.

February 16, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Tesla Recalls More Than 362,000 Cars Due to Self-Driving Crash Risk

Tesla Inc. is recalling 362,758 vehicles due to a crash risk associated with its so-called Full Self-Driving Beta software, according to U.S. authorities.

Keith Laing and Sean O'Kane | Bloomberg News
February 16, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

GOP Senators Target EPA Heavy-Duty Truck Rule

Senior Republicans are proposing to overturn federal emissions standards targeting heavy-duty commercial vehicles.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
February 16, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

DOE Funds Plans for EV Charging, Hydrogen Fueling on Freight Corridors

Projects that aim to accelerate adoption of electric and fuel cell-powered medium- and heavy-duty trucks along freight corridors in 23 states are earmarked to receive $7.4 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
February 16, 2023