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.
Weather Sensors Will Aid Autonomous Trucks in Fort Worth
The federal government awarded Fort Worth, Texas, $2 million to test weather sensors on autonomous freight truck routes.
US Has a Fast EV-Charging Station for Every 15 Gas Stations
Automakers may be pumping the brakes on EV production in the U.S., but charging challenges — traditionally a major hurdle to adoption — are vanishing at a rapid clip.
Ford’s Commercial Business Is Defying the EV Slump
Demand from fleet-based vehicle operators is a lone bright spot for the EV industry as global sales sputter.
US to Provide $6.1 Billion for Micron Technology Chip Plants
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration has reached an agreement to provide $6.1 billion in government support for Micron Technology to produce advanced memory computer chips.
NYC Congestion Plan Adds Money to Offset N.J. Harm, MTA Says
New York City’s congestion pricing plan will now include funds to help alleviate potential pollution issues the new tolling program may spark in New Jersey.
House Transportation Committee Reviews AI Applications
WASHINGTON — The House transportation panel recently received an overview from stakeholders about artificial intelligence’s role within connectivity corridors.
Truck Software Developer Platform Science Raises $125M
Platform Science raised $125 million in capital to accelerate the launch of its software platform with additional truck manufacturers, a spokesperson for the company said April 16.
Kentucky Lawmakers Override Veto, OK Fully Autonomous Vehicles
Kentucky has legally paved the way for autonomous vehicles on its roadways with the legislators gathering enough support April 12 to override Gov. Andy Beshear’s veto.
Volvo CTO: Society to Help Decide Zero-Emission Vehicle Mix
GOTHENBURG, Sweden — The dominant choices for zero-emission commercial vehicles will ultimately be decided by truck buyers, executives from Volvo Group said.
Ohio Turnpike Completes Open-Road Tolling Project
A new tolling system featuring open-road tolling lanes is complete along the 241-mile stretch of the Ohio Turnpike, signaling the end of its largest construction project in its history.