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.
DTNA’s Daum Cautious on Speed Limiters, Autonomous Expectations
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The growing importance of fleets being able to regulate the speed of individual trucks through remote, over-the-air engine updates should be taken into account as the federal government considers a mandate requiring heavy-duty vehicles to utilize speed limiters, the president of Daimler Trucks North America said.
Freightos Acquires WebCargoNet to Expand Instant Freight Quotes
Two companies that provide quotes for shippers looking to hire carriers to haul freight are coming together. Freightos, which provides instant-rate spot market quotes has acquired WebCargoNet, which has an air cargo freight management system
September 6, 2016167-Year-Old Railroad Tests Skies for Drone Age
BNSF Railway Co. is flying drones as far as 150 miles along the New Mexico desert to inspect tracks, helping the Federal Aviation Administration develop rules for operating unmanned aircraft beyond the pilot’s line of sight.
GE Buys Software Company to Bolster Rail-Industry Supply Chain
General Electric Co. agreed to buy ShipXpress Inc., a cloud-based software firm, to bolster its supply chain offerings for railroad customers.
ONE20 Launches App to Help Drivers Plan Trips, Save Money
Technology startup ONE20 has launched a free membership program that enables drivers to use a mobile application to plan trips, check parking availability, read and write reviews and find discounts.
August 29, 2016Orders for Capital Equipment Climb by Most Since January
Orders for business equipment climbed in July for a second month, advancing the most since January and indicating U.S. companies are becoming less reluctant to invest.
What FDA's Food Safety Modernization Act Means for Trucking Companies
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August 24, 2016Hyperloop Technology to Be Studied for Freight Transportation
The transportation startup Hyperloop will study its electric propulsion tube system technology for moving freight at ports.
August 24, 2016FR8 Revolution Launches Fleet Optimization Platform
Trucking technology startup FR8 Revolution Inc. has launched FR8.guru, a load tracking and fleet optimization platform and marketplace.
August 23, 2016Delphi, Mobileye to Develop Turnkey, Fully Automated System for Diverse Vehicles
Commercial vehicle suppliers Mobileye and Delphi Automotive have agreed to develop a complete turnkey system capable of fully automated driving that will be ready for production in 2019 and is designed for “diverse vehicle platforms for a range of customers worldwide.”
August 23, 2016