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.
Musk Doesn’t Want to Hear Complaints About Driving System
Elon Musk doesn’t want to hear complaints from customers trying out the driver-assistance system that Tesla Inc. plans to start charging $15,000 for in the coming weeks.
Canada, Germany Aim to Start Hydrogen Shipments in 2025
STEPHENVILLE, Newfoundland — The leaders of Germany and Canada said Aug. 23 a new hydrogen pact will kick-start a transatlantic hydrogen supply chain, with the first deliveries expected in just three years.
August 24, 2022Pilot, Kodiak Partner on Autonomous Truck Services
Travel center operator Pilot Co. and automated technology firm Kodiak Robotics on Aug. 23 announced formation of a partnership under which the companies will collaboratively develop autonomous truck services at Pilot and Flying J travel centers across North America.
August 23, 2022Inflation Reduction Act Offers Incentives to Increase Electric Truck Adoptions
For those motor carriers seeking to begin or continue their fleet conversions to electric trucks, new federal legislation will offer significant financial assistance.
Polestar to Share Battery Tech With Boat Maker
Electric carmaker Polestar Automotive Holding has agreed to share battery technology with Candela Speed Boat AB, a startup trying to electrify leisure boats and water taxis.
House Transportation Leaders Eye FCC’s 5.9 GHz Spectrum
U.S. House Transportation leaders recently pressed the Federal Communications Commission to open access to a band of communications spectrum set aside for safety operations for transportation entities.
Electric Cars Have a Big Tire Conundrum
The Lucid Air Dream Edition travels up to 520 miles on a charge, more than any electric vehicle on the market by a wide margin. If a buyer chooses the larger, 21-inch wheels, however, 39 of those miles vanish — a 7.5% range penalty.
FourKites Launches New Unified Customer Interface
FourKites upgraded its platform into a unified customer interface aimed at better integrating end-to-end supply chain data, the supply chain visibility company said Aug. 22.
August 22, 2022Wanted: 7,000 Construction Workers for Intel Chip Plants
JOHNSTOWN, Ohio — Ohio’s largest-ever economic development project comes with a big employment challenge: how to find 7,000 construction workers in an already booming building environment when there’s also a national shortage of people working in the trades.
Rivian Cancels Least Expensive Version of Electric Pickup Truck
Rivian Automotive Inc. eliminated the least expensive trim of its R1T electric pickup truck, the company confirmed via email, effectively raising the price of its entry-level model.