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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

Truckers Exempt From Vaccine Mandate, Labor Secretary Says

Truck drivers traveling alone in their cabs are exempt from a new interim final rule mandating that employees for large private companies get COVID-19 vaccinations, according to a statement by U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
November 4, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Nikola Expects $125 Million Penalty From SEC

Hydrogen-electric fuel truck manufacturer Nikola Corp. said it took a $125 million charge in the third quarter as it expects to use that money as part of a possible negotiated settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission concerning allegations the company’s founder, Trevor Milton, defrauded investors.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
November 4, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

CVG Fights Headwinds to Improve Net Income, Revenue

CVG, whose business segments include commercial vehicle seating and electrical systems, reported increased net income and revenue for the third quarter as it continued to diversify its customer base.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
November 3, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

ERoad Introduces Stand-Alone Dash Camera

Trucking technology supplier ERoad has expanded its video telematics product line with the ERoad Clarity Solo Dashcam.

November 3, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

FMCSA: Sunset of 3G Networks Could Impact ELD Tech Specifications

Federal trucking regulators are warning truckers that mobile carriers are shutting down their 3G networks as early as next year to make room for more advanced network services, including 5G.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
November 3, 2021
Business, Technology, Safety

DoorDash Adds Safety Features to Protect Drivers

DoorDash is partnering with security company ADT on new features to protect drivers, which will be available to all U.S. DoorDash drivers in its app by the end of this year.

Dee-Ann Durbin | Associated Press
November 3, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Cyber Official Warns ‘American Way of Life’ at Risk From Hackers

A top U.S. cybersecurity official offered a dire warning to members of Congress Nov. 3, saying the “American way of life” faces serious risks amid the drumbeat of ransomware attacks and physical threats to the nation’s critical infrastructure.

November 3, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

Spireon Introduces Next Generation of Asset-Tracking Devices

Spireon has introduced the next generation of its FL Flex tracking devices and IntelliScan cargo sensor under its FleetLocate product line.

November 3, 2021
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

AV Sensor Startup Spartan Radar Raises $15 Million

Spartan Radar, a developer of sensor technology for automated vehicles, raised $15 million in a Series A funding round led by Prime Movers Lab.

November 3, 2021
Government, Technology

Saia Posts Record Revenue in Q3

Strong freight demand helped less-than-truckload carrier Saia Inc. report record third-quarter revenue, profits and operating ratio.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
November 3, 2021