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.
Letters: Brokers & 3PLs, EOBR Mandate
The broker/3PL is filling an unmet need, and that is, they provide simplicity, speed and convenience. It’s not too far-fetched to think that progressive LTL carriers can provide this unmet need, but they first have to understand what the customer wants and how to fulfill it.
April 19, 2013FedEx Custom Critical Launches New Monitoring Service
FedEx Custom Critical said it is launching a new monitoring system called ShipmentWatch, which enables it to monitor a package’s location, temperature, light exposure and humidity.
April 10, 2013Opinion: Lighting Tech for Better Trucking
Lighting is already responsible for 19% of the world’s electricity consumption, and its technological advancements are changing the world in fascinating ways, including some that are becoming increasingly more evident in the trucking industry.
April 8, 2013Rand McNally Announces Product Updates at MATS
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Rand McNally made several product announcements here, including the news that the latest version of its IntelliRoute TND 520 truck GPS device will be available for sale in May.
April 1, 2013Electronic Logging Use Jumps to 35%, Study Says
The number of carriers using electronic logging devices on all of their trucks jumped to 35% in February from 25% in May of last year, according to a new study from Transport Capital Partners.
March 28, 2013Cummins to Reap Fuel Gains From ‘SuperTruck’ Research
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Engine maker Cummins Inc. said it will introduce some of the fruits of its “SuperTruck” research in its upcoming models that will make them more fuel-efficient.
March 25, 2013Rand McNally Announces Product Updates at MATS
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Rand McNally made several product announcements here, including the news that the latest version of its IntelliRoute TND 520 truck GPS device will be available for sale in May.
March 22, 2013Growing TMC Membership Is New Chairman’s Goal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — There is a drawing of the cartoon character Yosemite Sam hanging in Kirk Altrichter’s office that says a lot about the man who is the new public face of American Trucking Association’s Technology & Maintenance Council.
March 18, 2013Volvo to Partner With Telogis, Trimble to Offer Fleet Management Technology
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Volvo Trucks said it will collaborate with telematics providers Telogis and Trimble Navigation Ltd. in a move that could give rise to factory-installed fleet management technology in the heavy-duty truck market.
March 18, 2013FMCSA Urges Truckers to Use Proper GPS, Issues Recommendations for Picking Device
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration launched a campaign last week to warn truck drivers about the dangers of using navigation systems designed for smaller vehicles.
March 18, 2013