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.
Snow Removal Systems Save Time, Boost Safety for Fleets
More firms are buying or renting automotive snow removal equipment to not only quicken the time it takes to remove snow but also to ensure that trucks are conducting safe operations in winter.
Trump Considers Revoking EV Tax Credit
President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to revoke an up to $7,500 consumer tax credit for plug-in EVs would do more damage to the Detroit Three’s electrification prospects than to Tesla.
Trump Team Is Seeking to Ease Rules for Self-Driving Cars
Members of President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team have told advisers they plan to make a federal framework for fully self-driving vehicles a Transportation Department priority.
Northvolt Rescue on Verge of Unraveling as Cash Runs Short
Northvolt is scrambling to pull together emergency funding after a previous plan fell apart, according to sources, leaving the battery maker with dwindling options as it runs low on cash.
November 15, 2024Uber Freight Launches Capacity-as-a-Service Platform
A capacity-as-a-service platform, Broker Access is designed to boost productivity, service levels and business growth for brokers, Uber Freight said.
Mack to Launch New Flagship Semi in 2025
Whether the tractor will be an update of Mack’s existing on-highway flagship, the Anthem, or a new model altogether is unclear.
Cruise Admits to Falsifying Report Over 2023 Crash
Autonomous vehicle maker Cruise has admitted to a federal charge and agreed to pay a $500,000 fine in connection with a crash last year involving one of its vehicles that left a person injured.
Driverless Tech Firm Pony.ai Seeks Up to $195 Million in IPO
Pony.ai Inc. is looking to raise as much as $195 million from its U.S. initial public offering as automotive-related companies lead a modest pickup in Chinese listings.
Volvo Aims to Raise Share of North American Truck Market
Volvo Trucks is targeting a 25% North American heavy-duty truck market share by 2030, according to executives at the company.
Truck Maker Nikola Trims 135 Staff in Cost-Cutting Move
Truck maker Nikola recently reduced staffing levels as it seeks to control costs.