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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.
ATA, Freight Stakeholders Press CARB for Alternatives to Emissions Rule
American Trucking Associations is among the groups proposing that the California Air Resources Board consider supply chain pressures for granting the industry alternatives to certain regulatory compliance.
Best Trucking Accounting Software 2024
If you’re simply looking for a bookkeeping tool, you can stop reading here, and look no further than QuickBooks. If you’re embracing the notion that trucking accounting goes far beyond that, or want to have a more expansive trucking accounting system of which QuickBooks is a key part, then read on.
Airlines Rally as They See Path to Profit Despite Fuel Jump
U.S. airline stocks climbed as the carriers said they will trim flying to remain on track toward profits even as fuel prices soar.
Isaac Instruments, BlackBerry Radar Integrate Trucking Services
BlackBerry Ltd. teamed with the fleet management solution provider Isaac Instruments to integrate their service offerings March 14.
March 15, 2022Tesla Raises Prices Across Lineup
Tesla Inc. raised prices on all its vehicles after CEO Elon Musk said costs were increasing at the companies he runs.
Uber, Lyft Add Fuel Surcharges for Rides, Deliveries
Ride-hailing giants Uber and Lyft are tacking on a fuel surcharge for customers to help drivers offset the cost of record-high gas prices.
FourKites Unveils Initiative to Reduce Supply Chain Emissions
FourKites announced its Net Zero initiative to help companies achieve organizational goals to reduce supply chain emissions.
March 14, 2022China’s COVID Lockdowns Could Threaten Half of Economy
Widespread lockdowns in China akin to the measures just taken in the southern technology hub of Shenzhen could affect half of the country’s gross domestic product, with negative implications for economies elsewhere too.
March 14, 2022Ford to Partner on Battery Plant in Turkey
Ford’s Turkish partner will join forces with the U.S. automaker’s battery venture to build one of the world’s largest battery plants by 2025. Stocks rose.
Container Freight Rates Set to Rise on More China Lockdowns
The number of containerships waiting off Qingdao, one of China’s biggest ports, is continuing to rise as the country doubles down on its COVID Zero policy, adding more delays to a strained global supply chain.
Wait Times for Chip Deliveries Grow Again
The wait times for semiconductor deliveries rose again in February, a sign that shortages are continuing to bedevil chip buyers in a wide range of industries.