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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, Logistics

Amazon Is Testing Its Own Delivery Service to Rival FedEx and UPS

Amazon.com Inc. is experimenting with a new delivery service intended to make more products available for free two-day delivery and relieve overcrowding in its warehouses, according to two people familiar with the plan, which will push the online retailer deeper into functions handled by longtime partners UPS Inc. and FedEx Corp

Spencer Soper | Bloomberg News
October 5, 2017

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, Autonomous

Warren Buffett Isn’t Losing Sleep Over Self-Driving Trucks

“Trucks are going to be around for a very long time.”

Elizabeth Fournier | Bloomberg News
October 4, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

Mining Giant Vies With Tech Firms for Workers in Push for Self-Driving Trucks

Rio Tinto Group, the world’s second-largest mining company, is focused as much on driver-less trucks and automated drills as conventional shovels and loaders these days. That means it needs a whole lot more high-tech workers.

Joe Deaux | Bloomberg News
October 4, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment

FHWA Awards $1.5 Million Grant for Truck Reservation System at Va. Ports

Federal Highway Administration officials today awarded a $1.5 million grant to the Virginia Port Authority for a state-of-the-art truck reservation system that will save time for freight shippers.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
October 4, 2017
Government, Business, Technology, Autonomous

ATA Chief Applauds Senators Supportive of Trucking Policy in Autonomous Bill

Efforts to include trucking-centric provisions in autonomous vehicle legislation that a committee will consider Oct. 4 were applauded by American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
October 3, 2017
Government, Technology, Equipment, Safety

DOT Seeks Comment on Review of Regulations, Including ELD Mandate, Driver Training

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
October 3, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics, Autonomous, TCA

Australia Expands Use of Caterpillar’s Self-Driving Truck Technology

Self-driving truck technology being developed by Caterpillar Inc. at its Tucson, Ariz., division headquarters will soon be used more extensively by iron ore mines in Australia

Gabriela Rico | The Arizona Daily Star
October 3, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Wabco Finalizes Purchase of Meritor’s Share in Joint Venture

Wabco Holdings Inc. has completed its $250 million purchase of Meritor Inc.’s stake in their joint venture, formalizing the end of the 27-year arrangement.

October 3, 2017
Government, Business, Technology

Cummins to Develop Next-Generation Engine for Military Combat Vehicles

Cummins Inc. signed a $47.4 million contract to develop and demonstrate a technologically advanced engine for the next generation of U.S. combat vehicles.

October 2, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Capitol Agenda for the Week of Oct. 2: Seriously, ELD Mandate Is Happening

Failed attempts in court and on Capitol Hill to delay the upcoming electronic logging device mandate have done little to discourage critics of the rule who continue to push for a delay. Here's the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
October 2, 2017