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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.

Government, Business, Technology, Safety

3G Sunset Taking Some Devices Offline

Cellular service providers are shutting down their 3G networks this year, a shift that could impact legacy wireless systems that some fleets are still using, experts said.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
February 24, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Volvo Group Invests $41 Million in North Carolina

The Volvo Group announced a $41 million investment in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region to purchase and expand the building housing its U.S. Uptime Center, which will now also serve as the global headquarters for Volvo Financial Services (VFS).

February 24, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Spartan, Uhnder Partner to Offer Next-Gen Radar Tech for Automated Trucks

Sensor technology suppliers Spartan Radar and Uhnder Inc. have formed a partnership to develop improved sensing capabilities for advanced driver-assistance systems and autonomous driving technology for commercial trucks.

February 24, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Safety Practices Can Offset Rising Insurance Rates, ATRI Study Says

Motor carriers can offset the rising cost of insurance premiums by continuously improving their overall safety practices and expanding use of smart technology, a new report said.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
February 23, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Dana Reports Mixed Q4 Results

Dana Inc. reported mixed results in the fourth quarter as net income fell and revenue moved higher as the disrupted supply chain continued to hamper operations, and heavy-duty truck demand rose.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
February 23, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Biden Wants to Cut Into China’s Electric Battery Dominance

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — President Joe Biden highlighted his efforts to counter China’s dominance of the electric battery market on Feb. 22 as he touted domestic efforts to mine and process lithium and rare metals necessary to create the technology that powers cars, electronics, wind turbines and more.

Kathleen Ronayne | Associated Press
February 23, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

TuSimple Agrees to US Oversight, Concluding Probe

Trucking startup TuSimple Holdings Inc. reached an agreement with U.S. authorities to resolve security concerns around its self-driving truck operations and the company’s ties with China.

Sean O'Kane | Bloomberg News
February 23, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Perspective

Perspective: Rethinking the Pitch for Truck Parking

Truck parking is a major pain point for the industry, and needs more investment from the government. It’s time to get creative about urging that investment, and potentially look to an unconventional source to find it: states’ climate budgets.

Grant Goodale | Co-founder and Chief Experience Officer, Convoy
February 22, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

US House, Senate Negotiate Semiconductor Production Bill

Legislation that would dedicate $52 billion to boost the country’s role as a semiconductor manufacturer amid a supply chain crisis is expected to be a main item on Congress’ agenda over the coming weeks.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
February 22, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Eaton’s Vehicle Group Forms ePowertrain Business Unit

Power management company Eaton announced its Vehicle Group formed a new ePowertrain business unit, which will focus on products from Eaton’s electrified vehicle transmission, reduction gearing and differential portfolios.

February 22, 2022