Technology
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.
Geodis Announces Recent Promotions
Geodis is a global supply chain operator that offers supply chain optimization, freight forwarding, contract logistics, distribution and road transport.
January 14, 2022Volvo Receives Recognition for Clean Air Technology
Volvo Group North America won an award for its clean air technology efforts, the company announced last month.
January 14, 2022Covenant Signs Letter of Intent for 50 Nikola Vehicles
Covenant Logistics Group is planning to add 50 zero-emission vehicles from Nikola Corp. to its fleet, the logistics company announced Jan. 11.
January 14, 2022ZF Launches New Commercial Vehicle Solutions Division
ZF announced the launch of its new Commercial Vehicle Solutions division.
January 14, 2022Nikola BEV Qualifies for CARB Voucher Incentives
Nikola Corp. announced its Nikola Tre battery-electric vehicle is eligible for the hybrid and zero-emission truck and bus voucher (HVIP) incentives from the California Air Resources Board.
January 14, 2022Makers of Electric Pickups Target Work Truck Crowd
Automakers are targeting the job site with electric pickup trucks.
J.B. Hunt, Waymo Form Long-Term Alliance on Autonomous Trucking
J.B. Hunt Transport and Waymo have entered into a long-term, strategic alliance to commercialize autonomous driving technology in the trucking industry.
GXO Announces Warehouse Expansion in Europe With Zooplus
GXO Logistics Inc., the spinoff logistics company from XPO Logistics Inc., is expanding its presence in Europe.
Kenworth Sees Electric Truck Interest Grow Rapidly
SUNNYVALE, Calif. — Paccar is pushing quickly into electric trucks, planning models that range from delivery box trucks to Class 8 tractors, including a hydrogen fuel cell version mated to an electric drivetrain.
Ford Market Value Tops $100 Billion on Surging Electric Vehicles
Ford Motor Co.’s market value topped $100 billion as investors bet on the 118-year-old automaker’s prospects in the dawning electric age.