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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, Equipment, Fuel

Truck Maker Xos Bolsters Finances as Deliveries Ramp Up

Classes 5-8 electric truck maker Xos obtained a $48.5 million capital infusion from serial e-mobility investor ElectraMeccanica, the companies said.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
January 16, 2024
Government, Business, Technology

Murphy: NYC Congestion Pricing Plan Violates Constitution

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is again pushing back on New York’s plan to charge motorists driving into Manhattan’s central business district, saying it violates the U.S. Constitution.

Michelle Kaske | Bloomberg News
January 16, 2024
Technology, Autonomous

60 Seconds: Autonomous Upgrades on Show at CES

Industry collaboration sets the stage for large-scale commercialization of self driving trucks in the coming years.

January 16, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Maryland to Receive $15 Million for EV Charging Network

BALTIMORE — Maryland will use its share of $623 million in federal funding to develop 58 EV charging stations, some of which would be located in disadvantaged communities.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
January 16, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Cummins to Spend $580 Million on North Carolina Engine Plant

Cummins Inc. plans to spend $580 million on its Rocky Mount Engine Plant in North Carolina, much of it as part of the company’s decarbonization push, it said.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
January 16, 2024
Business, Technology

LG Electronics Opens First US EV Charger Factory in Texas

LG Electronics Inc. on Jan. 12 opened its first EV charger factory outside of South Korea — in Forth Worth, Texas — as the company targets the North American market.

Tope Alake | Bloomberg News
January 12, 2024
Business, Technology

Battery Plant Location Decision Nears for Paccar, Partners

LAS VEGAS — Paccar, Daimler and Cummins are nearing a decision on the location of a factory to produce lithium-iron phosphate batteries.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
January 11, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Ohio Law Bans State Adoption of California Emission Rules

In a slap to California, Ohio has a law taking effect in March banning agencies from adopting that state's emissions regulations and protecting the sale and use of diesel and gas vehicles.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
January 11, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

Autonomous Trucks Show Progress at CES

LAS VEGAS — The pathway toward large-scale commercialization of self-driving trucks became clearer at CES 2024 as tech startups unveiled upgrades to their autonomous driving systems.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
January 11, 2024
Government, Technology, Safety

Social Engineering Cyberattacks on the Rise

WASHINGTON — More government transportation offices are experiencing cyberattacks by would-be intruders trying to psychologically manipulate employees and contractors.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
January 11, 2024