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.
Elon Musk Looks Isolated as Automakers Embrace Lidar
Elon Musk is skeptical of putting lidar sensors on vehicles, but a growing number of his competitors are quietly adding the technology to their lineup.
QuickBooks for Trucking: Connecting QuickBooks to Your TMS
Learn how Truckbase connects QuickBooks for trucking and your TMS to help you marry your trucking-specific data in your TMS with your financial data in QuickBooks.
Biden to Announce EV Charger Plant Will Be Built in Tennessee
President Joe Biden and Tritium DCFC Ltd. CEO Jane Hunter will announce Feb. 8 that the Australian electric-vehicle charging company plans to build its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Tennessee.
Eaton Reports Increases in Net Income, Revenue
Power management company Eaton Corp. reported higher net income and modest revenue gains in the fourth quarter, noting that revenue in its vehicle segment dipped but inched up in eMobility — its two smallest segments.
Meritor Reports Higher Income, Revenue in FY Q1
Meritor Inc. reported quarterly net income nearly doubled and revenue climbed by about 11%, and cited a rising truck market in multiple regions compared with a year earlier.
GXO Unveils Custom-Sizing Packaging Machine
GXO Logistics has completed the installation of an automated packaging solution that fits boxes to their contents, the company announced Feb. 2.
February 7, 2022Mandates, E-Commerce and Congestion Complicate Truck Parking Issues
Truck parking, which affects everything from driver satisfaction to cargo security, is a top concern for the trucking industry.
USPS Says It Could Buy More EVs If Congress Funded It
The U.S. Postal Service said it could buy more electric vehicles if more funding were available, after Biden administration criticism of the agency’s plan to replace its fleet mainly with gas-powered delivery trucks.
Toshiba to Split, Sell Stake in Carrier
TOKYO — Embattled Japanese technology giant Toshiba plans to split into two companies, and intends to sell its joint venture stake in Toshiba Carrier Corp. to U.S.-based Carrier Group, for about 100 billion yen ($877 million).
TrueNorth CEO Smith Hands President Title to Tillman
TrueNorth President and CEO Jason Smith has handed off the title of president to Trent Tillman, executive vice president of TrueNorth’s transportation division. Tillman will assume the role while retaining his current responsibilities.
February 4, 2022House Passes Bill Promoting Semiconductor Development
The U.S. House of Representatives on Feb. 4 passed an expansive bill that would invest tens of billions in the U.S. tech sector, but Republican objections that it’s too weak on China threaten what Democrats hoped would be a quick election-year win.