Technology

About Technology News...

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, Autonomous

Tesla’s Three-Day Correction Approaches Bear Market

Tesla Inc. shares are now officially in correction territory, in a week that saw the electric-vehicle maker announce a share sale that could dilute its value and a top holder say it would cut its stake nearly in half.

Esha Dey | Bloomberg News
September 3, 2020

Best Trucking Invoicing Software for Growing Carriers

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

Business, Technology, Fuel, TCA

GM Signs Deal With Honda to Develop Future Products

General Motors and Honda have a deal to share vehicle platforms and technology in North America starting next year.

Jamie L. LaReau | Detroit Free Press
September 3, 2020
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Daimler, Torc Robotics See Path to Autonomous Trucking as Marathon

One year after Daimler Trucks purchased a majority share in U.S.-based Torc Robotics to develop Level 4 autonomous trucks, efforts have accelerated to bring out highly automated trucks within the decade, company executives said.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
September 3, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

$3 Billion Planned for Next-Generation Hydrogen Power Plants

Three power plants planned in New York, Virginia and Ohio will test whether hydrogen can one day replace natural gas in electric generation.

Naureen S. Malik | Bloomberg News
September 2, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

DOT Launches Tracking Tool for AV TEST Initiative

U.S. Department of Transportation officials unveiled an online tracking tool for the agency’s Automated Vehicle Transparency and Engagement for Safe Testing (AV TEST) Initiative on Sept. 2.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
September 2, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Volvo Helps Expand Options for Electric Truck Charging

Volvo Trucks North America took a step toward the widespread usage of electric trucks by expanding charging options, the company announced Aug. 26.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
September 2, 2020
Business, Technology, Safety

Fleets Face Increasing Cybersecurity Threats, Experts Say

Trucking companies that are becoming more technological are at risk of increased vulnerability, but there are steps they can take to mitigate such threats.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
September 2, 2020
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Ike Reaches Autonomous Tech Deal With Ryder, DHL, NFI

Automated trucking technology company Ike Robotics Inc. has reached agreements with three major companies to put its technology into at least 1,000 trucks.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
September 2, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

ETruck Transportation to Convert Used Freightliner Class 6 Trucks to Electric

ETruck Transportation announced a plan to take used, diesel-powered Class 6 Freightliner models and convert them to battery-electric power.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
September 2, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

Demand for Rental, Lease Trailers at Historic Highs

The utilization rate of rental and lease trailers continues at historic highs amid industry consolidation and a shift to more rentals and away from long-term leases, according to an industry survey released in August.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
September 2, 2020