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.
Dana Posts Declines in Q3 Net Income, Revenue
Dana Inc. reported net income and revenue fell in the third quarter even as its markets rebounded from the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic.
VW’s Traton, Toyota’s Hino to Collaborate on Electrification
Volkswagen AG and Toyota Motor Corp.’s truck subsidiaries are joining forces on battery-electric and fuel cell vehicles, enabling the companies to split the costs of developing technology needed to comply with stricter emission rules.
Trucking Representatives Talk Silver Linings, Lingering Problems Amid Pandemic
Although the coronavirus pandemic has presented numerous challenges, it has also allowed transportation companies to find ways to improve, especially in terms of communication, according to trucking industry representatives.
Cummins Sees Q3 Profit, Income Decline
Cummins Inc. reported lower net income and revenue in the third quarter, mirroring in part the drop in truck production.
Ford Doubles Down on Testing Autonomous Cars in Miami-Dade
After landing in Miami-Dade in 2018 with a fleet of self-driving cars, Ford announced Oct. 26 that it plans to broaden its presence in the area as it explores the frontiers of autonomous vehicles.
Lytx Technology Allows Driver Monitoring Without Recording Video
Video telematics company Lytx has introduced a new series of services ranging from improved driver monitoring to optional in-cab video recordings.
PortPro Introduces New Drayage TMS
PortPro Technologies introduced a new transportation management system intended to address the needs of drayage carriers.
October 27, 2020Daimler, Waymo Partner to Develop Autonomous Trucks
Daimler Trucks and Waymo have announced an agreement to produce highly automated Level 4 commercial vehicles by combining Daimler’s trucks with Waymo’s technology.
With Fully Autonomous Driving Distant, Lidar Finds Its Place
The promise of self-driving cars and robotaxi fleets once seemed just around the corner, but reality is setting in. Makers of the underlying technology are pivoting to more realistic ways of making money in the here and now.
Mack Makes FlowBelow Factory-Installed Option
Mack Trucks announced the availability of a factory-installed FlowBelow Tractor AeroKit package on its Mack Anthem highway models, further improving fuel efficiency by up to 2.23%.
October 26, 2020