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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, Autonomous

DOT Requests Public Comment on AV 4.0

The Department of Transportation and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy are inviting public comments on AV 4.0, the latest federal update of autonomous vehicle technology guidelines.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 5, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

CEOs Pivot Business Models to Feature Electrification

GRAPEVINE, Texas — Rick Dauch, CEO of Delphi Technologies, maker of fuel injectors for the light and commercial vehicle sectors, told an audience of aftermarket experts the powertrain space will consolidate very quickly over the next 12 months to five years.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
February 5, 2020
Business, Technology, Logistics, Top 100

UPS Appoints Stephen Denton to Lead Ware2Go

Stephen Denton was appointed CEO of on-demand fulfillment platform Ware2Go Inc., the company announced Feb. 4.

February 4, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

AAR: PTC Implementation for Freight Railroads Almost Finished

Implementation of automatic braking technology for freight railroads is nearly complete, an industry group indicated recently.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
February 4, 2020
Business, Technology

Tesla Doubles Value on EV Dominance

As Tesla observers try to understand how and why the stock already has doubled this year, analysts and Musk’s own rivals are second-guessing the notion that the Model 3 maker will be caught anytime soon.

February 4, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

CARB Launches Zero-Emission Freight Equipment Project

The California Air Resources Board started an initiative to promote zero-emission freight equipment at transportation hubs, such as ports, distribution centers, airports and rail yards.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
February 4, 2020
Business, Technology, Logistics

Digital Freight Marketplace Emerge Gains $20 Million Investment

Digital freight marketplace Emerge closed out an early stage of financing with $20 million in investments, it was announced Feb. 4.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
February 4, 2020
Business, Technology, Logistics, Perspective

Perspective: Solving the Reverse Logistics Puzzle

Reverse logistics provides ample opportunities for third-party logistics providers to streamline the process and ensure sustainable practices, says Erik Caldwell of XPO Logistics.

Erik Caldwell | Chief Operating Officer, Supply Chain, XPO Logistics Inc.
February 4, 2020
Government, Business, Technology

FAA to Begin Certification Process for Civilian, Delivery Drones

Government regulators plan to review drone designs in the same way they review other aircraft, a major step toward allowing routine drone deliveries and other flights over congested cities.

Alan Levin | Bloomberg News
February 4, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

Goodyear Introduces New Truck Tire Management System

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. announced Feb. 3 a new tire management system for commercial fleets that combines tire monitoring and service capabilities, as well as new tire sizes.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
February 4, 2020