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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.

Business, Technology, For-Hire

VMRS Portal Is Nearly Here

The Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards system is undergoing major updates, including an online portal and codes for electric vehicles.

Steve Brawner | Contributing Writer
February 2, 2024
Business, Technology, Logistics, Global Freight

Amazon Beats Revenue and Profit Expectations for Q4

Amazon on Feb. 1 reported better-than-expected revenue and profits for the fourth quarter, driven by strong consumer spending during the holiday shopping season.

Haleluya Hadero | Associated Press
February 2, 2024
Business, Technology, Logistics

Embracing The Electric Future: Your BEV Transition Roadmap

As sustainability gains traction, fleets embrace electrification with zero-emission vehicles. Gain insights on timing, collaboration, and accessibility in 'Embracing The Electric Future: Your BEV Transition Roadmap,' discovering efficient ways to set up your charging infrastructure.

February 1, 2024
Business, Technology, Safety

Achieving a Return on Safety

In this guide, we’ll show you the bones of an integrated and data-driven approach to safety that boosts your bottom line — and the extra business benefits you can unlock. Learn how to optimize your safety program to capture, integrate and analyze contextualized data using telematics.

February 1, 2024
Business, Technology

Make Your Fleet More Resilient to Today’s Challenges

If running a commercial fleet was easy, you wouldn’t need help standing up to today’s top industry challenges. Download this white paper to read more about using smart fleet management and mobility solutions to navigate several of trucking’s 10 strongest headwinds.

February 1, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Revoy Launches Atypical EV for Class 8 Freight Market

A Bay Area startup launched an electric add-on unit that will convert an existing Class 8 diesel vehicle into a hybrid without changes to the tractor.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
February 1, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

ClearFlame Eyes Jump in Ethanol-Powered Truck Use After Sale

ClearFlame Engine Technologies expects to deploy as many as 30 of its ethanol-fueled Class 8 trucks through the end of 2024, CEO BJ Johnson told Transport Topics.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
February 1, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

Trucking Engaged in Tech Arms Race Against Cargo Criminals

The trucking industry has become embroiled in a technological arms race as the threat of cargo thefts rapidly rises and evolves.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
February 1, 2024
Government, Technology, Safety

New Mexico Unveils Electronic Truck Parking Signs Along I-10

Truckers can now locate available parking at six rest areas on a 164-mile stretch of Interstate 10 in New Mexico using advanced technology and electronic road signs.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
January 31, 2024
Government, Technology, Safety

Senators Introduce Cybersecurity Agriculture Bill

Legislation meant to enhance cybersecurity in the agriculture sector was recently introduced by a bipartisan group of senators.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
January 30, 2024