Technology

PHOENIX — The backup Uber driver for a self-driving vehicle that killed a pedestrian in suburban Phoenix in 2018 pleaded guilty July 28 to endangerment.

Carrier Global Corp. reported a narrowed second-quarter profit of $199 million, down from $573 million in the year-ago period.

Carrier Transicold is rolling out two additional models in its Vector trailer refrigeration product line, the company said.  

DETROIT — Ford’s second-quarter profit more than tripled to $1.92 billion versus a year ago on strong internal combustion and commercial vehicle sales, but losses grew in the EV business.

Ohio and Indiana have agreed to test partially automated trucks on a 166-mile stretch of Interstate 70 between Columbus, Ohio, and Indianapolis beginning as early as October.

A Delaware judge permitted vehicle maker Karma Automotive to move forward with an upcoming trial in California against Lordstown Motors Corp. despite Lordstown's filing for bankruptcy.  

WASHINGTON — A coalition of freight stakeholders called for greater emphasis on the heavy-duty sector as federal lawmakers and regulators prioritize electric vehicles nationwide.

The thrust of airplane jet engines is now powering Teslas and other electric vehicles at Dallas Love Field.

RailVision Analytics has developed artificial intelligence-enabled software to help locomotive engineers make  adjustments in train driving that could lead to savings in diesel fuel.

Ensuring nationwide standards for self-driving technology would assist with safety and efficiency, the leadership of a House panel said recently.