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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, Autonomous

Alphabet’s Wing Elevates Adam Woodworth to CEO

Alphabet Inc.’s Wing unit elevated its leading technology official to head the company as it seeks to rapidly expand its drone delivery operations, including in the Dallas suburbs.

Alan Levin | Bloomberg News
February 15, 2022

Best Carrier TMS Software in 2024: How to Choose

Transitioning from basic load board tools or spreadsheets to an advanced, integrated Transportation Management System (TMS) is a critical step for mid-sized truckload carriers aiming to scale effectively and sustain long-term competitiveness.

Business, Technology, Equipment

Intel Says It Will Buy Tower Semiconductor for $5.4 Billion

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Intel said it is buying Israeli company Tower Semiconductor for $5.4 billion in a deal that could give the California chipmaking giant an edge in the business of making custom-designed chips.

February 15, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

Elon Musk Donated $5.7 Billion of Tesla Shares to Charity

Elon Musk gifted almost $6 billion worth of Tesla Inc. stock to charity late last year in one of the largest philanthropic donations in history.

February 15, 2022
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Toyota North America Plant Disruptions Drag Into Second Week

Toyota Motor Corp.’s North America operations continue to be disrupted after protests closed off the Ambassador Bridge linking the U.S. and Canada, hurting production at several of the automaker’s plants in the region.

River Davis | Bloomberg News
February 15, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Kenworth Debuts 18-Speed Transmission Lineup

Kenworth has developed a new 18-speed automated transmission, offering a version for heavy Class 8 trucking and some off-highway uses.

Jerry Hirsch | Contributing Writer
February 15, 2022
Business, Technology

Digital Presence Plays Vital Role in Recruiting, Survey Shows

Digital technologies are playing an increasingly pivotal role in terms of finding and keeping drivers, according to a report Feb. 14.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
February 15, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

REPLAY: En(Gauge) - Equipment & Maintenance Sessions

If you want to better understand current conversations in equipment and maintenance — from HVAC maintenance and trailer exemption rules to recruiting and retaining diesel technicians — then join us at En(Gauge)!

February 15, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Baidu’s Self-Driving Vehicles Take a Turn With Olympics Showcase

The 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing promised another big opportunity for autonomous vehicle testing in a real-world situation, this time in vehicles made by one of China’s biggest technology companies, Baidu.

Andrew Grant | Bloomberg News
February 15, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Peterbilt Announces New 18-Speed Transmission

MARSHALL, Mich. — A new, 18-speed automated transmission that will soon be available from Peterbilt Motors Co. can be spec’d for both on- and off-highway uses and with calibrations tailored to customer needs, the company announced.

Joe Howard | Executive Editor
February 15, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

January Medium-Duty Sales Falter

U.S. retail sales of Classes 4-7 commercial vehicles in January fell 14.3% compared with a year earlier as all segments declined, Wards Intelligence reported.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
February 14, 2022