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.
Aerolane Seeks to Use Freighter Planes to Pull Cargo Gliders
Aerolane is testing a business plan to pull cargo gliders with small freighter planes.
60 Seconds: Biden Administration Unveils EV Freight Charging Plan
A blueprint for establishing electric vehicle charging infrastructure for commercial trucks was recently announced by a multi-agency initiative.
March 18, 2024New York Offers $16 Million in Hydrogen Grants
New York has launched two grant programs totaling $16 million to pay for developing, testing and trial runs of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and industrial hydrogen energy projects.
Fisker Stops Production for Six Weeks
Fisker Inc. is pausing production for the next six weeks as the electric vehicle maker looks to rein in inventory and avoid possibly having to file for bankruptcy.
Hight Logistics to Use EVs for Micromobility Company Lime
When the next shipment of Lime electric bikes or scooters arrives at the Port of Los Angeles this month, it will be delivered to a distribution center on an electric truck.
PortPro Launches TMS for Drayage Carriers and Brokers
PortPro, a provider of transportation management software designed specifically for the drayage industry, has launched two new TMS products for drayage trucking companies with brokerage operations.
TrueTMS Introduces TrueLiquid Software for Tanker Fleets
Fleet technology startup TrueTMS has launched a transportation management system designed specifically for tanker fleets.
Pana-Pacific Offers Spartan Radar’s Hoplo Safety System
Component supplier Pana-Pacific has partnered with Spartan Radar to distribute the company’s radar-based Hoplo advanced collision warning system to commercial vehicle manufacturers.
March 15, 2024Forterra, Kalmar Partner on Autonomous Terminal Tractors
Self-driving vehicle company Forterra and cargo-handling equipment manufacturer Kalmar have signed an agreement to jointly develop autonomous terminal tractors.
AI Promises Faster Oil Drilling and More US Crude Supply
From a dark Houston control room, Rafael Guedes watched on a monitor as a robot took charge of a drilling rig in a North Dakota oil field, locking out the human operator.