Technology
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.
Utility Trailer, Phillips Connect Partner to Form Utility Connect
ORLANDO, Fla. — Trailer solutions firm Phillips Connect has teamed up with Utility Trailers to form Utility Connect, which matches a re-engineered version of Utility’s proprietary wiring harness with the Phillips Connect Smart7 nosebox.
Best Trucking Software 2024
For growing asset-based carriers, ensuring you have the right trucking software is essential for managing fleets, optimizing operations, and winning more higher-paying loads.
Decisiv Unveils New Services
ORLANDO, Fla. — Decisiv has unveiled new services designed to help fleets and service providers streamline service operations.
East Launches Its New Horizon Round-Bottom Trailer
ORLANDO, Fla. — East Manufacturing launched its new round-bottom trailer — Horizon — designed for agricultural use as well as aggregate, sand and gravel load.
Reports: Q4 Uptime Increases, but Service Costs Rise
ORLANDO, Fla. — Fleets experienced a 14.2% increase in labor costs related to maintenance and repairs year-over-year during the fourth quarter of 2021, American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) and Decisiv revealed in a report March 6.
ConMet eMobility, Carrier Transicold Announce Commercial Partnership
ORLANDO, Fla. — ConMet eMobility and Carrier Transicold announced their commercial partnership and upcoming supply agreements as the companies are setting plans to increase sales of the PreSet Plus eHub.
SAF-Holland Developing TRAKr E-Axles for North America
ORLANDO, Fla.— SAF-Holland Group announced it began market and product development of trailer electric axles on real-world applications for the North American market.
Goodyear Awards Illinois Truck Driver Its Highway Hero Honor
ORLANDO, Fla. — A truck driver who rescued motorists from a burning vehicle was honored by the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. as the winner of its 2020-2021 Highway Hero Award.
Mitchell 1 Introduces Interactive Wiring Diagrams, Time-Management Tools
ORLANDO, Fla. — Maintenance shop technology vendor Mitchell 1 has introduced interactive wiring diagrams and new time-management tools designed to help technicians more efficiently repair modern trucks.
2022 TMC Photo Gallery
Photos from American Trucking Associations' 2022 Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting in Orlando, Fla., March 7-10, 2022.
March 5, 2022Assa Abloy Launches Automated Door for Reefers
Assa Abloy Entrance Systems announced what it called the industry’s first automatic door for refrigerated trucks and trailers.
March 4, 2022