Fleets Selected for NACFE's Run on Less - Electric Event
The North American Council for Freight Efficiency has announced Run on Less – Electric, a real-world demonstration slated for September of zero-emission goods movement involving 13 private and public fleets and a mix of vehicles — including yard tractors — from 13 OEMs.
March 31, 2021ATA Supports Federal Legislation to Help States Curb Cellphone Use for All Motorists
American Trucking Associations has announced its support for federal legislation aimed at helping states curb distracted driving using cellphones for all motorists, a leading cause of highway accidents and fatalities.
March 31, 2021The Path to Autonomous Trucking
Last month, Locomation announced that it had formed a partnership with Rush Enterprises making them the primary installation and maintenance provider of Locomation's autonomous technology.
March 31, 2021Stellantis to Offer New Vans Pairing Hydrogen and Battery Power
Stellantis NV’s new range of cargo vans running on both hydrogen and plug-in electric technology offer the promise of emitting only water vapor and refueling time on par with going to the gas station.
March 31, 2021Geodis Announces Plans for Remote-Operated Forklifts
Logistics giant Geodis SA says it plans to begin using remote-operated forklifts in its warehouses. The Paris-based company announced early March 31 that it has formed a partnership with Silicon Valley start-up Phantom Auto to supply teleoperations.
March 31, 2021Embark Announces First OEM-Agnostic Self-Driving Interface
Autonomous technology company Embark announced a new self-driving system whose components and flexible interfaces are intended to be OEM-agnostic and accelerate fleet deployments.
March 31, 2021Daimler’s Mercedes-Benz to Start Electric Van Production in US in 2023
Mercedes-Benz is bringing production of its new electric delivery van to the U.S. in the second half of 2023, joining a herd of automakers seeking to capitalize on the greening of e-commerce.
March 30, 2021Roadrunner Takes Major Steps in Transformation Plans
Roadrunner Freight took another step in its ongoing transformation with a March 25 announcement of a $50 million equity private placement and additions to its leadership team.
March 30, 2021Volvo, Aurora Pair for Autonomous Trucking Service
Volvo Group will partner with Aurora Innovation Inc. to develop and commercialize autonomous Class 8 trucks in North America.
March 30, 2021Biden Envisions Thousands of Wind Turbines Spinning at Sea to Bolster Grid
The Biden administration is outlining ambitions to dramatically boost offshore wind power in the U.S. by 2030, pushing to drive construction of projects at sea capable of generating enough electricity for more than 10 million American homes.
March 29, 2021