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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.

Government, Business, Technology

Maine Considering California-Esque EV Sales Incentives

Maine environmental regulators will decide next week whether the state should join others in adopting California-style regulations to limit the sale of new gas-powered vehicles.

David Sharp | Associated Press
December 13, 2023
Government, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Tesla Recalls Most Cars Sold in US for Monitoring Defect

Tesla is recalling nearly all vehicles sold in the U.S., more than 2 million, to update software and fix a defective system meant to ensure drivers are paying attention when using Autopilot.

Tom Krisher | Associated Press
December 13, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Whiting to Make Lightweight Doors for Green Delivery Trucks

New York state economic development incentives helped persuade Whiting Door Manufacturing Corp. to invest $4 million to expand its Akron facility. 

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
December 13, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

2022 Rush Technician Rodeo Winner Returns to Competition

SAN ANTONIO — Rush Enterprises technician Paul Crawford advanced to the final round in the company’s annual technician challenge, hoping to defend his grand champion title.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
December 12, 2023
Government, Technology, Safety

NHTSA to Set Standard for Impaired Driving Prevention Tech

U.S. auto safety regulators say they have taken the first step toward requiring devices in vehicles that prevent drunken or impaired driving.

December 12, 2023
Business, Technology

Ford Cuts Electric F-150 Plans in Ominous Sign for EV Market

Ford Motor Co. is cutting 2024 production goals in half for its F-150 Lightning plug-in pickup truck — its signature electric vehicle — due to slowing demand for battery-powered models.

Keith Naughton | Bloomberg News
December 12, 2023
Business, Technology, Safety

REPLAY: SECURE - Learning Sessions for Technology and Operations Executives

Is your fleet up-to-date on cybersecurity best practices for employees? What tools might offer your company more protection from cyberattacks? And, how can you best safeguard your company, your employees, and yourself?

December 12, 2023
Government, Business, Technology

New York Commits $1 Billion to Albany Chip Development

New York will spend $1 billion to expand research into chip technology in Albany, hoping to make the region a center of chip research and manufacturing, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Dec. 11.

Maysoon Khan | Associated Press
December 12, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

GM, Autocar Team Up on Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered HD Trucks

Automotive giant General Motors is to team up with Birmingham, Ala-based Autocar Industries to develop a range of hydrogen fuel cell-powered heavy-duty vocational trucks, the companies said.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
December 11, 2023
Business, Technology, Fuel

Battery Startup ONE Demotes CEO Amid Cash Crunch

Our Next Energy Inc., a battery startup hoping to rival China with vital energy storage technology, has replaced founder and CEO Mujeeb Ijaz as it faces a failed funding round and cash crunch.

Gabrielle Coppola | Bloomberg News
December 11, 2023