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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

Montreal Dealer Is First in Canada to Be Mack EV-Certified

Mack Laval’s Dorval facility in Montreal is now a Mack Trucks certified electric vehicle dealer, making it the first Mack dealer in Canada to achieve this designation.

April 5, 2022

Truckbase Business Overview, Features, Reviews 2024

Truckbase has emerged as the next-generation truck dispatch software leader with its suite of easy-to-use tools for truckload carriers.

Business, Technology, Fuel

GM, Honda Unveil Plan to Build Millions of Small EVs

General Motors Co. and Honda Motor Co. will jointly develop affordable electric vehicles for the most popular segments in large global markets, starting with North America in 2027.

River Davis and David Welch | Bloomberg News
April 5, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

Elon Musk to Join Twitter’s Board

Elon Musk is joining Twitter’s board of directors a day after disclosing that the Tesla CEO took a 9% stake in the social media platform.

Michelle Chapman | Associated Press
April 5, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Wing to Begin Biggest US Drone-Delivery Test in Texas

Alphabet Inc.’s Wing is set to begin the largest drone-delivery test program so far in the U.S., starting April 7 in the Dallas suburbs.

Alan Levin | Bloomberg News
April 4, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous, TCA

Qualcomm Completes Purchase of Veoneer’s ADAS Unit

Qualcomm wrapped up its acquisition of Veoneer’s advanced driver assistance/self-driving vehicle software arm on April 4, highlighting the San Diego company’s bid to become a key technology supplier to automakers as it diversifies beyond smartphones.

Mike Freeman | The San Diego Union-Tribune
April 4, 2022
Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics, Top 100

J.B. Hunt Launches Clean Transport Program

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. launched a program April 4 to help customers offset the carbon footprint of their supply chain.

April 4, 2022
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
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