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.
Hydrogen Industry Raises Alarm Over Leaked Tax Credit Rules
A leaked draft of Treasury Department rules for hydrogen tax credits in President Joe Biden’s climate law is drawing warnings from advocates that they may stifle the burgeoning industry.
December 5, 2023GM’s All-Electric Pledge Hinges on Demand, CEO Barra Says
General Motors Co.’s pledge to have an all-electric fleet by 2035 hinges on consumer acceptance, Chief Executive Officer Mary Barra said.
REPLAY: How Drivers & Fleets Are Adopting In-Cab Technology
The integration of onboard technology is increasingly seen as pivotal to fleet safety. However, driver acceptance is contingent on clear communication about privacy and transparency.
December 5, 2023Cruise Could Face Fines for Allegedly Misleading Regulators
Cruise, the self-driving vehicle unit of General Motors, could face a fine for allegedly misleading regulators about an incident in which one of its cars dragged a pedestrian.
Silicon-Focused Battery Startup NanoGraf to Open Chicago Plant
NanoGraf, a startup specializing in high-performance batteries made using silicon, is close to starting operations at a facility near Chicago’s central business district.
Proposed EV Tax Rules Could Make Full Credit Harder to Get
The departments of Treasury and Energy proposed new rules Dec. 1 that could make it harder for electric vehicles to qualify for a full $7,500 federal tax credit.
Tesla Cybertruck to Start at $60,990 as Deliveries Commence
After years of development delays and manufacturing snags, Tesla Inc. finally handed over its first Blade Runner-esque Cybertrucks to customers.
BMW, Mercedes to Set Up Joint EV Charging Network in China
BMW AG and Mercedes-Benz Group AG will cooperate on a fast-charging network for EVs in China with a plan to open at least 1,000 stations by 2026.
Survey Finds EVs Less Reliable, on Average, Than Gas-Powered
Electric vehicles have proved far less reliable, on average, than gasoline-powered cars, trucks and SUVs, according to the latest survey by Consumer Reports.
Detroit Testing Electric Vehicle Chargers Beneath Streets
Crews have installed what’s billed as the nation’s first wireless-charging public roadway for electric vehicles beneath a street just west of downtown Detroit.