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.
NHTSA Opens Two Defect Investigations Into Tesla Autopilot
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which has the authority to force recalls, has opened two formal defect investigations that could ultimately lead Tesla Inc. to have to retrofit cars and restrict use of Autopilot in situations it still can’t safely handle.
Trucking Stakeholders Offer Advice, Caution on EPA Proposal
The trucking industry urged federal regulators to consider how a proposal to tighten emissions limits on engines will affect motor carriers, as they’re the ones who will ultimately deploy the equipment subject to the new rules.
International MV Series Now Supports Snowplow Applications
Navistar has introduced a chassis configuration for the International MV-series medium-duty truck that is designed for snowplow applications.
April 15, 2022Bosch, Amazon to Collaborate on Digital Services
Bosch Group’s Mobility Solutions sector and cloud provider Amazon Web Services announced they have entered a strategic collaboration to work toward improving efficiency and sustainability in the transportation and logistics industry.
April 15, 2022NACFE Reports Van, Step Van Segments in Shape to Go Electric
It’s now practical for 100% of the commercial vans and step vans segment to switch to battery-electric powertrains from internal combustion engines, according to the North American Council for Freight Efficiency.
Forward Air Opens New Support Center in Ohio
Forward Air Corp. opened an expanded support center in Columbus, Ohio, the company announced April 14.
April 14, 2022Indiana River Port Featured in White House Rural Infrastructure Tour
The Department of Transportation has released $44 billion for rural infrastructure, an announcement that reinforced a White House commitment and aligned with a visit by Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to a small Indiana river port.
XPO Chairman Jacobs Says Transportation Economy Shows Signs of Slowing
XPO Logistics Inc. CEO Brad Jacobs said that the transportation-specific economy remains strong but is slowing and not as vibrant as it was earlier in the year.
Elon Musk Makes $43 Billion Bid to Take Twitter Private
Elon Musk has made a controversial offer to buy Twitter Inc., saying the company has extraordinary potential and he is the person to unlock it.
EPA’s New NOx Reduction Proposal Debated at Hearing
In an all-day virtual hearing, many of the roughly 140 parties commenting expressed support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed new rule to tighten nitrogen oxides emissions. Others, however, either viewed the effort as a lost opportunity or attacked it as an overreach.