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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.

Business, Technology, Equipment

Wabash Reports Q4 Net Loss, Higher Revenue

Wabash reported a net loss and increased revenue in the fourth quarter as the supply chain continued to struggle to support its production activity, temporarily causing acute disruptions within certain product lines.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
February 2, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Trade Groups Comment on Plan for 500,000 EV Charging Stations

In public comments, nearly 500 trade groups and individuals shared with federal regulators ideas and concerns about how to proceed with the Biden administration’s plan to oversee the build-out of 500,000 electronic vehicle charging stations by the end of the decade.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
February 2, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Broken Lights Top Violation for North American Truckers

Inoperable vehicle lamps caused the most violations in national roadside inspections of trucks from the United States, Mexico and Canada last year, according to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration statistics.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
February 2, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

BTS to Survey 150,000 Truck Owners This Year

A branch of the U.S. Department of Transportation this month is reviving a research effort to help gain a better understanding of the features and purposes of commercial vehicles on the country’s roadways.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
February 1, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

What are leading carrier's IT executives looking for in a modern TMS?

Drawing on the combined expertise and hands-on experience of dozens of trucking/logistics IT Executives, this comprehensive guide explores the seven core benefits every TMS must deliver: fast, low-cost deployment , automatic software updates, future-proof technology, turnkey integrations, intelligent driver workflow, maximum security and readiness, and business intelligence. 

February 1, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Automating the Spot Quote Process for Full Truckload Brokers

Most freight brokers are inundated with incoming emails from customers looking for a spot quote. Tai Email Assistant is a feature within Tai TMS that uses AI to extract shipment details from incoming quote requests and automatically responds with a quote in minutes.

February 1, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, TCA

First US Mile of Wireless EV Charging Road Coming to Detroit

DETROIT — The first mile of a wireless electric vehicle charging public road in the United States will be built in the Motor City.

Sheri McWhirter | mlive.com
February 1, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

North Dakota Trailer Length Pilot Program Extends Deadline

Regulators in North Dakota have extended a deadline for freight haulers to apply to participate in a pilot program that would allow longer trailer configurations on state roads.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
February 1, 2022
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

GM’s Cruise Begins Offering Driverless Rides

Cruise LLC, the self-driving car startup that is majority owned by General Motors Co., is offering free rides to nonemployees in San Francisco for the first time, a move that triggers another $1.35 billion from investor SoftBank Vision Fund.

David Welch | Bloomberg News
February 1, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Ryder, REIN Offer Used Truck Embedded Insurance

Ryder System Inc., a supply chain, dedicated transportation and commercial fleet management company, announced it launched insurance services by REIN to Ryder used-vehicle sales customers. REIN offers embedded and digital insurance products.

February 1, 2022