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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

Regulators Want to Know if Cameras Should Replace Car Mirrors

Drivers in the U.S. may one day no longer have to crane their necks to check their blind spots if regulators agree to let high-tech cameras and screens replace the humble side-view mirror.

Ryan Beene | Bloomberg News
October 9, 2019
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

For ATA’s New Chairman Randy Guillot, Life and Work Are Family Affairs

NEW ORLEANS — Business was going quite well for family-owned Triple G Express Inc. during the summer of 2005, as the city best known for its 24-hour nightlife, vibrant live music scene and spicy Cajun cuisine also served as a great base of operations for the intermodal motor carrier and its decades-old less-than-truckload affiliate, Southeastern Motor Freight Inc.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
October 9, 2019
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Perspective

New Chairman's Perspective: Connecting the Trucking Industry

From Randy Guillot: The business of moving freight is all about connection. The connection between shipper and carrier, between driver and vehicle, between technician and engine — all of these are critical.

Randy Guillot | Chairman, American Trucking Associations
October 9, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Top 100

UPS Invests $450 Million in CNG Trucks, Stations

UPS Inc. announced it will spend $450 million to add 6,000 vehicles powered by compressed natural gas as well as supporting infrastructure beginning next year.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
October 9, 2019
Business, Technology

Truckstop.com, Schneider Launch ‘Book It Now’ Freight App

Truckstop.com and Schneider announced the launch of Book It Now, an app that enables booking freight with mobile devices. The launch followed a successful pilot program involving the two companies.

October 9, 2019
Business, Technology

Fleet Executives Stress Corporate Culture as Recruiting Tool

SAN DIEGO — The future of trucking will mean managers will be tasked with sifting through a lot of data at the same time the industry turns to artificial intelligence, according to a panel of transportation officials.

Jim Stinson | Staff Reporter
October 8, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment

Spireon Outlines Vision for Intelligent Trailer Management

SAN DIEGO — Asset-tracking provider Spireon has introduced Intelligent Trailer Management, the company’s next-generation portfolio of products and services.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
October 8, 2019
Business, Technology, Fuel, Top 100, TCA

Penske Truck Leasing Adds Terminal Tractor to Its EV Fleet

Penske Truck Leasing is growing its electric vehicle fleet with the addition of the Kalmar Ottawa Electric Terminal Tractor (T2E).

October 8, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

ATA Launches Affinity Program With Energy Services Firm UrbanVolt

SAN DIEGO — American Trucking Associations announced the launch of a new affinity program through which member organizations can partner with the federation and UrbanVolt — a Dublin- and Chicago-­based energy service company — to curtail energy costs.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
October 8, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment

FlowBelow to Provide AeroSlider Trailer Kits for Mesilla Valley Transportation

SAN DIEGO — FlowBelow Aero Inc. has landed a commitment from Mesilla Valley Transportation to equip its trailers with its AeroSlider attachments that fit between the rear wheels. The announcement was made Oct. 7 at American Trucking Associations' Management Conference & Exhibition.

Jim Stinson | Staff Reporter
October 8, 2019