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.
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.
Infographic: Ryder’s Foundation for a Successful Freight Brokerage
Globally, supply chains are facing unprecedented levels of disruption. As a result, shippers and carriers are challenged more than ever to keep goods moving while remaining profitable. While most brokerages point to technology as the key to achieving success, today’s setbacks have proven that technology alone isn’t enough.
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, 2022DTNA Renews Agreement With Motor Information Systems
Daimler Truck North America announced it signed an enterprise renewal agreement with Motor Information Systems, a custom data provider for medium- and heavy-duty parts numbers and cross-references.
March 4, 2022Davco Unveils New Versions in Product Lines
Davco, a unit of Clarience Technologies, unveiled the Fuel Pro 385/387/388 models, its latest all-in-one fuel filter, water separator and fuel preheaters for heavy-duty diesel designed to fit Western Star, Volvo, Navistar and Mack Class 8 trucks.
March 4, 2022TuSimple Initiates Planned Leadership Succession
Autonomous truck technology developer TuSimple announced co-founder and Chief Technology Officer Xiaodi Hou will succeed Cheng Lu as CEO and Mo Chen as company chairman, effective immediately.
March 4, 2022