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.
Meritor Announces European Debut of Blue Horizon Advanced Technologies Brand
HANOVER, Germany — Commercial vehicle supplier Meritor Inc. announced the European debut of Blue Horizon, its new brand representing the company’s emerging platform of advanced technologies centered on electrification, efficiency and connectivity solutions for heavy- and medium-duty commercial vehicles. The North American version was introduced earlier this year.
Cummins Introduces Diesel, Hybrid-Electric Innovations
Independent engine maker Cummins Inc. introduced innovations for the diesel engine intended to achieve a low nitrogen oxide-emissions future, a reduction in the carbon footprint and improve fuel mileage. It also presented a hybrid-electric powertrain.
Technical Training Schools Aim to Bridge Skills Gap
Finding workers for the jobs of today and tomorrow means attacking the skills gap along a wide front.
September 24, 2018Strick Earns Certification, Adds Cooper Tires
Strick Trailers, manufacturer of aluminum sheet and post trailers, announced that its new GardX rear-impact guard has received certification from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
September 24, 2018Ford Trucks Debuts Cabover Tractor for International Markets
HANOVER, Germany — Ford Trucks offers only light- and medium-duty vehicles in North America, but the brand is aiming to make a splash in the heavy-duty segment in certain international markets.
Capitol Agenda for the Week of Sept. 24: Here's What Makes Autumn Awesome
Fall is kicking in, which means ATA's Management Conference & Exhibition must be just around the corner. Here's a look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.
Chinese Manufacturer Sinotruk Is Hottest Among Global Stocks
A heavily shorted Chinese truck maker has emerged as the surprising winner among global stocks this month, trouncing cannabis growers and technology shares.
DAF Trucks Showcases Hybrid, Full-Electric Models at IAA
HANOVER, Germany — DAF Trucks exhibited two full battery-electric tractors and one hybrid model at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show, illustrating how electric-vehicle technology could be adapted to different trucking applications.
China Targets Silicon Valley for Driverless Technology
China’s homegrown search giant, much like its U.S. counterpart, has a division focused entirely on driverless vehicles. And just like its rival, Google-born Waymo, both efforts are based in Silicon Valley.
September 24, 2018Economies of Scale Seen as a Benefit From Navistar-Traton Alliance
HANOVER, Germany — The partnership Navistar International has entered with Traton Group is opening up opportunities for economies of scale with procurement and technology development, Navistar executives said here during the IAA Commercial Vehicles show.