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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

Volvo Reports Mixed Q4 Results

Volvo Group reported net income slipped and revenue increased modestly in the fourth quarter, and noted that global demand for trucks remained high amid a steep decline in sales of construction equipment in China and a falloff in its bus business.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
January 28, 2022
Government, Business, Technology

TMC Eyes Automated Driving Systems With New Recommended Practices

TMC has “turned a hat trick” in pursuing three goals for its development of prospective Recommended Practices (RPs) covering automated vehicles.

January 28, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Routine Maintenance Keeps HVAC Units Humming

Most experts say that detecting and dealing with refrigerant leaks is the biggest challenge in regular maintenance of air conditioning systems on Class 8 tractors. For that reason, regular maintenance on the systems is critical.

Stephen Bennett | Special to Transport Topics
January 28, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Five Questions With Kerry Stritt, VP of Fleet Services for Southeastern Freight Lines

A professional answers our questions about challenge and innovations in his department.

January 28, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Biometric Privacy Law in Illinois Posing Legal Challenge for Truckers

Legal experts are warning that trucking companies and their technology providers could be unintentionally dragged into state and federal class-action civil lawsuits over compliance with the notification requirements of an Illinois biometric privacy law.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
January 27, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Renault, Nissan to Invest $26 Billion in Future EVs

The French-Japanese auto alliance of Renault and Nissan plans to invest $26 billion in electric vehicle technology over the next five years, the companies said Jan. 27.

Yuri Kageyama | Associated Press
January 27, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel, Autonomous

Tesla Delays Semi and Cybertruck on Supply Woes

Tesla Inc. pushed back introductions of new models to next year, wagering the best way to continue expanding sales in the face of supply chain challenges will be to further leverage a narrow lineup of big sellers.

January 26, 2022
Business, Technology

Ocado Unveils Enhanced Robots in Grocery Delivery Push

Ocado Group Plc has developed new, lower-cost technology that will speed up online grocery deliveries, boosting the company’s prospects as it seeks to license its robotic warehouse systems globally.

Katie Linsell | Bloomberg News
January 26, 2022
Government, Technology, Equipment

US House Policymakers Examine Electric Vehicles' Role in Rural Commerce

Transportation policymakers are reviewing the reliability of electric vehicles across the agriculture industry and rural commerce.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
January 26, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel, TCA

Ford Program to Give California Winegrowers Electric Pickups

SEBASTOPOL, Calif. — Ford Motor Co. on Jan. 26 announced the launch of a pilot program that will equip winegrowers in Northern California with electric pickup trucks, cargo vans and software services in a bid to boost EV and technology adoption among farmers and other commercial customers.

Jordyn Grzelewski | The Detroit News
January 26, 2022