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.
Kodiak Opens Truck Port at Ryder Facility in Houston
Kodiak Robotics opened a second truck port for its autonomous semis at a Ryder System Inc. fleet maintenance facility in Houston, the companies said Jan. 23.
Daimler Truck to Explore Abu Dhabi’s Green Hydrogen Supply
Daimler Truck AG and Abu Dhabi agreed to explore the Gulf state’s supply of green hydrogen to power future fuel cell rigs in Europe.
Governors From 16 States Ask Biden to Roll Back EV Mandates
Governors from 16 states have sent a letter to President Joe Biden, asking him to rescind his electric vehicle mandates in favor of letting the market determine adoption.
Tesla Q4 Earnings Fall Short of Analyst Estimates
DETROIT — Tesla’s net income more than doubled last quarter thanks to a one-time tax benefit, but it warned of “notably lower” sales growth this year.
German Charging Firm EcoG to Locate Headquarters in Detroit
EcoG, a German electric vehicle charger company, plans to invest $14.4 million to establish its American headquarters in Detroit, with the help of a grant from the Michigan Strategic Fund.
Samsara Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Motive
Fleet telematics provider Samsara filed a patent infringement lawsuit alleging that competitor Motive Technologies has covertly stolen its technology patents and adopted them as its own.
Hydrogen Company Plug Power Closes In on $1.6 Billion Loan
Plug Power Inc. surged the most in three years after the hydrogen company said it’s getting close to finalizing a $1.6 billion loan from the U.S. Energy Department.
USPS Installs EV Chargers in Atlanta, Will Expand Nationwide
This week, USPS unveiled its first set of EV charging stations at its South Atlanta Sorting and Delivery Center, the first of hundreds that will be installed at centers nationwide this year.
C.H. Robinson Announces Electronic Bill of Lading for LTLs
C.H. Robinson is implementing an electronic bill of lading process for its largest less-than-truckload carriers, a move in its continued efforts to digitize documents, the company announced Jan. 22.
Progress in Sensor Technology for Trucks Showcased at CES
LAS VEGAS — Trucking sensors are becoming an increasingly pivotal area of focus as an enabler of automotive technology, with that growing importance demonstrated at CES 2024.