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.
Kenworth to Start Production of T680s, T880s With X15N in Q3
Kenworth plans to begin production of its Class 8 T680 tractor and T880 vocational truck with Cummins’ X15N natural gas engine in the third quarter of 2024, it said May 15.
Daimler, Volvo Set JV to Develop Shared Tech Architecture
Volvo Group and Daimler Truck have announced a preliminary agreement on a joint venture under which they would co-develop a common vehicle technology platform.
Plugging In to the Battery-Electric Vehicle Market
Challenges remain for fleets wishing to integrate battery-electric trucks into their operations, but some early adopters are successfully deploying these vehicles.
Five Key Considerations for Fleet Electrification
Many steps come before, during and after electric vehicle procurement, and that success is dependent on fleet owners doing things differently — and more quickly — than their peers.
Honda Takes Wraps Off Class 8 Hydrogen FCEV Concept Truck
LAS VEGAS — Honda unveiled a concept Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck during the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo.
Idaho Rolling Out $1.2 Million Tire Inspection Sensor System
Tires on commercial vehicles traveling through Idaho’s ports of entry are under scrutiny with the state transportation department rolling out a $1.2 million system of inspection sensors.
Honda to Invest $65 Billion Over 10 Years to Bolster EV Push
Honda will invest $65 billion on its electrification strategy this decade as it expects demand for battery-powered vehicles will rebound from short-term headwinds.
Patent Infringement Probe Opens Against Motive Technologies
The U.S. International Trade Commission agreed to open an investigation into patent infringement allegations by Samsara that Motive Technologies has violated a provision of the Tariff Act.
Long Beach ‘Tri-Gen’ Ops Start for Toyota Vehicle Facility
Civic officials and business executives on May 2 celebrated the opening of “Tri-gen,” an energy generation project at the Port of Long Beach.
Judge: Tesla Must Face Suit Alleging Buyers Were Misled
Tesla must face a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging that it misled consumers about its cars’ self-driving capabilities, a U.S. district judge ruled May 15.