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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, Fuel, Logistics

Intermodal Players Lead on ESG Scores

Trucking and logistics companies with a focus on intermodal operations have been leading on environmental, social and corporate governance scoring in the transportation space.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
June 15, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, TCA

Trump Hints He Would Pull Plug on EV Tax Credits, Incentives

While Georgia sits at the center of a surge in electric vehicle manufacturing, former President Donald Trump took aim at the state’s fastest-growing industry in a speech there.

Zachary Hansen and Drew Kann | The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
June 13, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, TCA

EVs Lose Range When Carrying Added Weight, AAA Test Shows

Electric vehicles lose a significant amount of range when loaded with heavy cargo, according to a new AAA study released June 13.

Charles E. Ramirez | The Detroit News
June 13, 2023
Government, Technology, Safety

Missouri CDL Holders Have Electronic Options

Missouri commercial driver license holders now can submit their self-certifications and updated medical examiner certificates electronically via email or fax.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
June 12, 2023
Business, Technology, Logistics, Top 100

GXO Launches Multiyear Expansion in Germany

GXO Logistics launched a multiyear plan to expand operations in Germany, the company announced June 8.

June 12, 2023
Business, Technology, Fuel

More Charging Companies Plan to Be Compatible With Tesla

Tesla Inc.’s charging technology won more backers as a handful of players in the electric vehicle power industry said they would offer compatible equipment.  

David Welch | Bloomberg News
June 12, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Medium-Duty Segment Offers Entrée to Fleet Electrification

With its potential use and broader recharging capabilities, the medium-duty truck market will adopt battery-electric vehicles faster than the heavy-duty one will, experts say.

Steve Brawner | Contributing Writer
June 11, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Tesla Eyes $3 Billion Boost From Chargers at Rivals’ Expense

Tesla Inc. may earn as much as $3 billion by 2030 thanks to deals with Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. for their electric vehicles to use its charging network, according to one analyst.

David Welch | Bloomberg News
June 9, 2023
Government, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Cummins, Government Lab Develop Enhanced Steel Alloy

A new high-temperature steel alloy rendering engines more durable and efficient has been developed by a team from Cummins Inc. and Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
June 9, 2023
Business, Technology, Autonomous

TuSimple Starts Level 4 Autonomous Truck Testing in Japan

TuSimple Holdings has begun Level 4 autonomous test runs on a major freight corridor in Japan, the autonomous driving technology company announced June 6.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
June 9, 2023