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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, For-Hire

New SEC Rules Prompt Closer Look at Cybersecurity

Trucking businesses need to take a close look at the state of their cybersecur­ity in 2024 now that tough, new disclosure rules from the Securities and Exchange Commission have gone live.

Joe Dysart | Webology 101
February 23, 2024

Best Trucking Invoicing Software for Growing Carriers

Managing invoices and billing efficiently is crucial for maintaining cash flow and ensuring business growth.

Business, Technology, Equipment

Nikola Q4 Loss Dives 30.8% as R&D Costs Fall

Losses at Class 8 vehicle manufacturer Nikola Corp. narrowed 30.8% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2023 as research and development costs plummeted.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
February 22, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Volvo Stays Positive on Class 8 Truck Sales Prospects in ’24

Volvo Trucks North America is forecasting a solid year for Class 8 sales, but expects activity soon for a pre-buy of new trucks ahead of federal emission rules taking effect in 2027.

February 22, 2024
Business, Technology

Rivian Plans to Cut 10% of Salaried Staff as EV Rush Stalls

Rivian Automotive Inc. shares fell in early trading after the electric vehicle maker issued a disappointing production forecast and announced another round of job cuts.

Ed Ludlow and Aashna Shah | Bloomberg News
February 22, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

ZF Eyes US Commercial Vehicle Drivetrain Sales Expansion

Some of component manufacturer ZF’s latest product launches are set to service the growth in trucks using nontraditional fuels.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
February 21, 2024
Business, Technology

Stellantis CEO Calls Small EVs a Tough Sell in US

Offering small cars is the wrong approach to win over truck-loving Americans skeptical of electric vehicles, according to Carlos Tavares, CEO of Jeep-owner Stellantis NV.

Gabrielle Coppola | Bloomberg News
February 21, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

REPLAY: Driving Innovation: A Preview of the 2024 TMC Annual Meeting With Robert Braswell

What new standards are expected to come out of the upcoming meeting and how will they help your company better transition to tomorrow? Robert Braswell joins Dan Ronan to preview the 2024 TMC Annual Meeting and why industry leaders can't afford to miss it.

February 20, 2024
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Self-Driving Firm Recogni Nabs $102 Million to Make AI Chip

Recogni Inc., an artificial intelligence startup that builds tech for autonomous vehicles, has raised $102 million in funding after expanding into designing chips for generative AI.

Jackie Davalos | Bloomberg News
February 20, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Parts Supplier Forvia to Cut 10,000 Jobs, Look to AI

Auto parts supplier Forvia SE is poised to cut roughly 13% of its European workforce over the next five years, with plans to tap AI to better compete in the shift to electric cars.

February 20, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Minnesota Report Cautions Against Rush to EV Transition

State lawmakers rushing to jump on the battery-electric vehicle bandwagon for longhaul trucks will create a web of operational roadblocks and other problems, a new report says. 

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
February 20, 2024