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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, Logistics

Seattle DOT Launches Public Version of Roadwork Planning App

The Seattle Department of Transportation has launched a public version of dotMaps, its online tool to help travelers stay informed about construction projects and plan their routes.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
November 4, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment

Omnitracs Resolves ELD Disruption That Had Drivers Reverting to Paper Logs

Technology company Omnitracs announced its electronic logging devices that had experienced outages caused by an infrequent update to Global Positioning System operations are now functional.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
November 4, 2019
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Microsoft Wants to Teach Drones, Robots, Drills How to Think

Microsoft Corp. and technology rivals spend a lot of time talking about machine learning. Now Microsoft is talking about something called machine teaching.

Dina Bass | Bloomberg News
November 4, 2019
Business, Technology, Fuel

Infiniti Will Market Cars That Still Fill Up on Gas as Electric

Infiniti bills itself as being a convention challenger, but the Nissan Motor Co. luxury-car division still sees the future of electrification much like the era of internal combustion.

Craig Trudell | Bloomberg News
November 4, 2019
Technology

7 Steps to Choosing the Right ELD Provider

Download this simple, 7-step guide to learn:  How to vet ELDs for accuracy & reliability Key considerations for easy implementation and onboarding for both drivers and back-office staff Essential questions to ask for picking a device that will meet your business goals

November 4, 2019
Business, Technology, Logistics

Uber Freight Adds Service in Canada

Digital broker Uber Freight announced its expansion to portions of Canada.

November 1, 2019
Business, Technology, Logistics

Convoy Enhances App, Giving Carriers Access to More Spot Freight

Digital freight broker Convoy launched direct-from-shipper loads nationwide, a feature intended to provide carriers access to 10 times the amount of spot freight from America’s largest shippers.

November 1, 2019
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Fiat Chrysler Posts Record North America Earnings, Margins in Q3

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV delivered record third-quarter pre-tax earnings in North America and a best-ever 10.6% margin, the automaker said Oct. 31, a sign to its would-be French partner, Groupe PSA, that it could be a strong ally on the continent.

Breana Noble | The Detroit News
November 1, 2019
Business, Technology, Fuel

Old World Industries Acquires Dasco’s DEF Business

Old World Industries announced it acquired Dasco Inc.’s diesel exhaust fluid and prilled [pellet] automotive-grade urea global business and assets.

November 1, 2019
Business, Technology, Autonomous

PPG Adds Adhesives and Sealants Research Facility

PPG Industries Inc. announced it recently completed a 2,100-square-foot automotive adhesives and sealants laboratory on the company’s existing 42-acre manufacturing and research complex in Cleveland.

November 1, 2019