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.
CEO Says Uber Will Prioritize Autonomous Safety
Uber Technologies Inc. is prioritizing safety over profits as it develops its autonomous driving fleet, says CEO Dara Khosrowshahi.
Tesla to Finally Roll Out Robotaxi Tonight
When Elon Musk finally unveils autonomous taxi prototypes late Oct. 10, the Tesla CEO will have a lot to prove.
October 10, 2024Volvo Cars Deputy CEO to Leave After EV Plan Walked Back
Volvo Car AB is shaking up its management team, with Chief Commercial Officer and Deputy CEO Bjorn Annwall leaving the company.
Amazon Unveils AI Tool to Help Drivers Find Packages Faster
Amazon.com Inc. unveiled a new artificial intelligence tool designed to help drivers locate packages in cluttered vans.
Expert Proposes Driver’s Test for Autonomous Vehicles
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — A leading expert on autonomous vehicles is calling on the federal government to develop a national driver’s test that such vehicles would have to pass.
Emissions Tampering Costs Auto Parts Firm $10M in Fines
On Sept. 10, Rudy’s Performance Parts Inc. and its owner, Aaron Rudolf, were sentenced in federal court in Washington, D.C., for conspiring to violate the Clean Air Act.
Charging Developer Terawatt Opens First Facility for Fleets
Terawatt Infrastructure’s truck charging ambitions took a step forward with the opening of its first full-build light-duty fleet facility.
GM Eyes Affordable Electric Pickup With 350-Mile Range
The Detroit-based automaker is working to secure a North American supply of lithium iron phosphate batteries, according to its vice president of battery strategy.
Hyzon Begins Series Production of Fuel Cell System for Truck
Hyzon Motors on Oct. 8 began series production in Bolingbrook, Ill., of the 200-kilowatt fuel cell system set to power its Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell truck, the company announced.
Carrier Adds 8811MT TRU for Center-Split Reefer Trailers
Carrier Transicold is expanding its Vector range of multi-temperature trailer refrigeration units with the 8811MT, a transport refrigeration unit for center-divide trailers.