Technology

About Technology News...

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.

Business, Technology, Logistics

Freight Market Volatility Highlights Importance of Broker-Carrier Relationships

The freight market volatility of the past few years has created an even greater need for carriers and brokers to strengthen their business relationships, especially as uncertainty and supply chain disruptions persist.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
July 12, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Daimler, Traton, Volvo Get Final Approval for Charging JV

Truck makers Volvo Group, Daimler Truck and Traton Group announced their joint venture, launched in December 2021 to develop charging infrastructure in Europe, gained the final necessary regulatory approvals.

July 11, 2022
Business, Technology

Elon Musk Says He’s Terminating Twitter Deal

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said he’s terminating his $44 billion agreement to acquire Twitter Inc. and take it private, triggering a legal fight with the company.

Kurt Wagner and Sarah Frier | Bloomberg News
July 8, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Rivian Electric Vehicles Attract Eyes in Sun Valley

Apple Inc.’s Tim Cook was spotted in downtown Sun Valley July 7 taking a ride in a Rivian Automotive Inc. battery-electric pickup.

Ed Ludlow | Bloomberg News
July 8, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Volvo Quits Europe Car Lobby Group Over EV Stance

Volvo Cars AB is withdrawing from Europe’s car lobby, the second major automaker to do so in the past month, as the industry fractures over the transition to electric vehicles.

July 8, 2022
Government, Business, Technology

Congress Eyes Semiconductor Bill, Nominations This Summer

Before the August recess, congressional leaders intend to finalize supply chain-centric legislation as senators prepare to vote on nominees for senior roles at the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
July 7, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Clarience Technologies Acquires P.S.I.

The deal for the provider of automatic tire inflation systems extends Clarience's string of recent acquisitions.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
July 6, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

The Next Frontier for Drones: Out of Sight

REMINGTON, Va. — For years, there’s been a cardinal rule for flying civilian drones: Keep them within your line of sight. Not just because it’s a good idea — it’s also the law.

July 6, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

States Adopt Digital License Plates for CMVs

Digital license plates are a reality for heavy trucks in California and Arizona as Texas becomes the latest to adopt this innovative technology, but only for some commercial vehicle fleets.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
July 6, 2022
Business, Technology, Logistics, Private

Amazon Will Take Stake in Grubhub, Offer Prime Users Membership

Just Eat Takeaway.com NV’s shares jumped the most in almost four years after Amazon.com Inc. agreed to take a stake in its Grubhub business.

Amy Thomson | Bloomberg News
July 6, 2022