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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, Safety, Autonomous

Feds Probe Fatal New York Tesla Crash

DETROIT — The U.S. government’s road safety agency has added another fatality involving a Tesla to the list of crashes it is probing due to the use of partially automated driving systems.

Tom Krisher | Associated Press
September 3, 2021
Business, Technology, Fuel, Autonomous

Tesla Reportedly Delays Cybertruck by a Year to Late 2022

Tesla Inc.’s Cybertruck pickup has fallen about a year behind schedule, blog Electrek reported, citing remarks CEO Elon Musk made on a companywide call with employees.

Craig Trudell | Bloomberg News
September 3, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

Nikola, Bosch Partner on Fuel Cell Manufacturing

Nikola Corp. announced an agreement to build fuel cell power modules using technology licensed from Bosch Group.

September 3, 2021
Business, Technology, Fuel

Daimler Rejects Environmental Groups’ Climate Demand

BERLIN — German automaker Daimler on Sept. 3 dismissed a “cease and desist” demand from two environmental groups to commit to ending the sale of combustion engine vehicles by 2030.

September 3, 2021
Business, Technology, Logistics

GM, Ford Halt Some Production as Chip Shortage Worsens

DETROIT — The global shortage of computer chips is getting worse, forcing automakers to temporarily close factories including those that build popular pickup trucks..

Tom Krisher | Associated Press
September 2, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

More BEV Last-Mile Deliveries Eyed Once Charging Expands

LONG BEACH, Calif. — An electric last-mile surge is coming. Battery-electric vans and medium-duty trucks will claim a predominant role in goods landing at the front door. The charging infrastructure those vehicles will require must expand, too.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
September 2, 2021
Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Are you prepared for the alternative fuel future?

Learn how maintenance and operations teams can get ahead of the energy transition. This white paper from Geotab and Uptake explores alternative vehicle adoption, mixed-asset fleet management, and how AI/ML is offering a road towards continued operational excellence. 

September 1, 2021
Business, Technology

Eliminate Distracted Driving, Reduce Risk AND Retain Drivers by Addressing Technology Addiction

Fleets’ distracted driving issues are not unique to the industry, as studies show technology addiction is incredibly prevalent. To solve distracted driving, fleets must address this underlying addiction by preventing the dangerous behavior and providing positive rewards for improvement. Learn more and find solutions in this free download. 

September 1, 2021
Technology

Heavy-duty fleet Electrification trends for 2021

With eTruck and eBus market shares beginning to rise, there’s never been a better time to go electric. This new white paper discusses the latest heavy-duty EV models and the impact switching to EVs could have on your fleet.  

September 1, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Fleetmaster Works With Customer, OEMs to Add Electric Trucks

For Virginia-based Fleetmaster Express, transitioning to a greener fleet was compelled in part by a customer’s request and is advancing in concert with truck manufacturers.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
September 1, 2021