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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, Government, Technology, Equipment, Safety

ABF, Union Expected to Talk; LTL May Receive Concessions

ABF Freight System and the Teamsters union appear to be heading toward talks that could result in wage, health or pension concessions for the nation’s fifth-largest less-than-truckload carrier, officials from both sides have said.

March 22, 2010
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Head of Canada Truck Group Backs EOBRs for All Trucks Operating in North America

Electronic onboard recorders should be mandatory for all truckers operating in North America, the president of the Canadian Trucking Alliance said.

March 22, 2010
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

White House Budget Office Approves EOBR Rule

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has moved a step closer to publishing two key trucking regulations — a final rule mandating that some fleets use electronic onboard recorders and a proposal aimed at limiting texting and other distracting activities by drivers.

March 19, 2010
Business, Safety, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

ATA Says Infrastructure Investment Will Improve U.S. Competitiveness

An American Trucking Associations official told a congressional panel that investment in the U.S. highway system will help the country’s economic and global competitiveness.

March 17, 2010
Business, Government, Safety, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

Mapping Systems Not Designed for Trucks Pose Safety, Traffic Risks, Officials Warn

As the use of mapping and routing software becomes more prevalent across the trucking industry, service providers and state transportation officials said fleets must be wary of the risks posed from using applications not specifically designed for trucks.

March 15, 2010
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

System Logistics Establishes New Group

System Logistics Corp. said it has established a new group within its company dedicated to complex and large scale supply chain projects.

March 12, 2010
Business, Technology, Equipment, Government, Autonomous

Bose Corp. Sets Price for High-Tech Seat

Bose Corp. officials have set the retail price for a sophisticated new heavy-duty truck seat, which is now available for purchase, at $5,995.

March 8, 2010
Business, Government, Safety, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

Ryder Enters Asian Logistics Partnership

Ryder System said Monday it has signed a joint venture partnership with Cargo Services Far East Limited, an Asia-based logistics provider specializing in export consolidation services.

March 1, 2010
Government, Business, Safety, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

CSA 2010 to Launch in July Despite ‘Snafus,’ Ferro Says

WASHINGTON — Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrator Anne Ferro said she is committed to launching the agency’s new truck safety rating system in July, although she expects there will be problems at the start.

March 1, 2010
Business, Government, Safety, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

CSA 2010 to Launch in July Despite ‘Snafus,’ Ferro Says

WASHINGTON — Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrator Anne Ferro said she is committed to launching the agency’s new truck safety rating system in July, although she expects there will be problems at the start.

March 1, 2010