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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, Equipment

Fleets, Dealers Discuss Open, Honest Communication

ATLANTA — Honesty and communication are the best techniques to help fleets and service dealers work together, according to representatives from both sides of that relationship.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

CIE Manufacturing Unveils New Chassis Line

ATLANTA — CIE Manufacturing presented the Revere, a new line of chassis, Feb. 24 at American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Mack Launches Active Steering Feature, Earns SmartWay Certification

ATLANTA — Mack Trucks announced an active steering option, Command Steer, for its Anthem models that monitors road conditions at nearly 2,000 times per second using truck-mounted sensors to help maintain directional stability, for instance, on rough roads, in high winds or during blowouts.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
February 25, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

FMCSA Announces Tech-Celerate Now at 2020 TMC

Tech-Celerate Now, FMCSA’s first-of-its-kind program to bring together government agencies and private sector industry leaders to promote advanced driver assist systems, got a boost at American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting.

February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

TMC Awards Four Industry Leaders With Silver Spark Plug Award

ATLANTA — Incoming Technology & Maintenance Council Chairman Stacy Earnhardt was among four industry professionals honored with the Silver Spark Plug Feb. 24.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
February 25, 2020
Business, Technology

Fleet Maintenance Group Creates Task Force on Hiring Veterans

ATLANTA — The Technology & Maintenance Council’s study group on fleet maintenance management created a new task force to focus on hiring military personnel for trucking industry roles.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 25, 2020
Business, Technology

Amazon Opens Cashier-Less Grocery Store in Seattle

Amazon is opening its first cashier-less supermarket, the latest sign that the online retailing giant is serious about shaking up the $800 billion grocery industry.

Joseph Pisani | Associated Press
February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

TMC Aims to Help Fleets Navigate Complexity of Electric, Automated Vehicles

ATLANTA — As manufacturers and technology developers introduce electric-powered trucks and continue to test automated driving systems, American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council is taking steps to help fleets navigate the complexity of these emerging technologies.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Michelin Announces New Digital Trailer Maintenance and Repair Program

ATLANTA — Michelin Services and Solutions is a major step in helping trucking companies lessen the pain of fleet trailer repairs and maintenance, Michelin North America said of its new digital services platform.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
February 24, 2020
Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics, Autonomous

Automated and Electric Concerns at 2020 TMC

Transport Topics Features Editor Seth Clevenger recaps a three-part 2020 TMC work session on automated and electric vehicles, as well as platooning strategies.

February 24, 2020