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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

Russia War Could Further Escalate Auto Prices, Shortages

DETROIT — BMW has halted production at two German factories. Mercedes is slowing work at its assembly plants. Volkswagen, warning of production stoppages, is looking for alternative sources for parts.

Tom Krisher and Kelvin Chan | Associated Press
April 4, 2022

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Business, Technology, Autonomous

Tesla Sells 310,000 Vehicles in Q1 Despite Logistics Issues

AUSTIN, Texas — Tesla delivered 310,000 vehicles in the first quarter, up about 68% from the same period in 2021, the company said April 2.

April 4, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Hertz Plans EV Fleet Expansion With 65,000 Polestars

Hertz Global Holdings Inc. plans to buy 65,000 electric vehicles from Polestar over the next five years, a bet that its renters are both EV-curious and eager to drive brands beyond Tesla.

Kyle Stock | Bloomberg News
April 4, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel

Visa, Mastercard to Ease Rules, Allowing Stations to Raise Pump Limit

Visa Inc. and Mastercard Inc. are planning a raft of changes to rules for gas stations to allow larger transactions after a surge in fuel prices across the U.S. made it hard for some drivers to fill up using credit cards.

Jenny Surane | Bloomberg News
April 1, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

49 MPG Fuel-Economy Standard Ordered for Cars by 2026

The Biden administration ordered carmakers to increase their average fuel economy to about 49 mpg by 2026, in an ambitious effort to make up for progress stalled when President Donald Trump rolled back the efficiency program.

Keith Laing | Bloomberg News
April 1, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Updated Jake Brake Added to Paccar MX-11 Engine

Jacobs Vehicle Systems, a worldwide manufacturer of engine retarding and valve actuation systems for the commercial vehicle industry, has upgraded the company’s engine brake on model-year 2021 MX-11 heavy-duty diesel engines from Paccar Inc.

April 1, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Plus Weighs IPO of Non-China Business

Plus is considering listing its non-China businesses in a U.S. initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter, after the self-driving-truck startup scrapped a merger with a blank-check company.

April 1, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics

Rising Fuel Costs Slow Spot Rate Descent

The rise in fuel prices is slowing a decline in spot rates while also potentially suppressing base revenue for some carriers, experts said.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
March 31, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Congressional Negotiations Ramp Up on Supply Chain, Semiconductor Package

WASHINGTON — Recent passage in the U.S. Senate of comprehensive legislation aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing of semiconductors is helping to set in motion formal negotiations with House lawmakers.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
March 31, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Aurora Upgrades Autonomous Driving System

Aurora Innovation Inc. is upgrading its self-driving truck technology as it prepares to commercialize its autonomous vehicle technology.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
March 31, 2022