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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, Safety

Biden Unveils $612 Million in Post-Hurricane Aid

President Joe Biden announced $612 million in recovery aid for areas stricken by hurricanes Milton and Helene as he surveyed the aftermath of Milton in Florida.

Skylar Woodhouse | Bloomberg News
October 13, 2024
Business, Technology

Aperia Adds Tread Depth Diagnostics to Halo Connect i3

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Aperia Technologies is rolling out new tread depth diagnostics features within its Halo Connect i3 tire management system to help fleets further optimize tire life.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
October 13, 2024
Business, Technology, Safety

Trucker Path Adds Function for Reporting Human Trafficking

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Trucker Path is making it easier for commercial truck drivers to combat human trafficking with a new reporting function in its driver routing and trip planning mobile app.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
October 13, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Economy Repeats as ATRI’s Top Industry Issue for 2024

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — For the second year in a row, the state of the nation’s economy was the top-ranked industry issue that led the ATRI 2024 list of Top Industry Concerns.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
October 12, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Mexico Aims for Locally Made EVs to Rival Imports

Sheinbaum, a former energy researcher who made the small car part of her pledges in her Oct. 1 inauguration address, said the goal is for all components to be made locally.

Maya Averbuch | Bloomberg News
October 11, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

International Q3 Sales Jump 41% as OEM Clears Backlog

Sales at International soared in the most recent quarter after the truck and bus maker was able to clear a large part of a backlog of vehicles missing their mirrors.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
October 11, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Elon Musk Unveils Tesla’s Cybercab

LOS ANGELES — Tesla unveiled its long-awaited robotaxi at a Hollywood studio Oct. 10, though fans of the electric vehicle maker will have to wait until at least 2026 before they are available.

Tom Krisher and Alex Veiga | Associated Press
October 11, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Verne’s Cryo-Compressed Hydrogen Tech Nears Pilot Phase

San Francisco-based Verne plans to offer truck makers the option of cryo-compressed hydrogen storage to achieve the same range as a diesel tractor.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
October 10, 2024
Business, Technology, Logistics

NMFTA Launches Benchmarking Program for LTL Industry

On Oct. 1, the National Motor Freight Traffic Association held its first meeting for a new benchmarking group aimed at boosting efficiency through shared insights.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
October 10, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

FMCSA OKs Carrier Exemptions for Pulsating Brake Light Tech

Since May, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has given the OK for at least seven motor carriers to deploy the Intellistop braking system for up to five years, with restrictions.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
October 10, 2024