A prototype of a battery-electric Class 8 truck with an expected range of 500 miles is set to begin its first pilot tests in Florida in the first quarter of 2024, according to vehicle developer Terraline Inc.
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How Logistics Can Transform With AI — and Not Lose Its Way
The buzz around artificial intelligence has a way of obscuring the most important conversations around it.
November 22, 2023UPS Broadens Search for Electric Vans Amid Arrival’s Woes
UPS Inc.’s push to adopt battery-powered delivery trucks hit a snag due to financial troubles at Arrival SA, a European electric vehicle startup that’s running out of cash.
November 17, 2023Trucking Grapples With Evolving Cargo Theft Risks in Q3
Trucking continued to deal with a high number of cargo thefts during the third quarter as criminals take advantage of the tighter economy.
November 16, 2023Robots Outnumber People 15-to-1 at Massive New UPS Warehouse
UPS Inc. just opened its largest warehouse, and plans to fill the $79 million facility with more than 3,000 robots by next year to handle tasks like lifting and reduce the need for manual labor.
November 15, 2023Einride Begins Regular Unmanned Moves for GE Appliances
An unmanned cargo vehicle operated by Swedish startup Einride has begun transporting goods on a regular basis for GE Appliances at a private site in Selmer, Tenn., the companies announced.
November 13, 2023Amazon to Expand Grocery Delivery
Amazon.com Inc. is rolling out grocery delivery service for non-Prime members to the wider U.S. as it prepares to open more supermarkets next year.
November 9, 2023Rivian to End Exclusivity With Amazon
Electric vehicle maker Rivian said Nov. 7 that it will allow other companies to purchase its fleet of delivery vans, ending an exclusive agreement with Amazon.
November 8, 2023Uber Delivers Mixed Report as Profit Grows, Revenue Slows
Uber Technologies gave a mixed picture of its business, showing a second consecutive profitable quarter and an increase in demand for rides and delivery but also slowing revenue growth.
November 7, 2023Effective Driver Coaching: How In-Cab Technology Makes It Possible
Done correctly, driver coaching creates safer, more profitable routes. Transport Topics reports how Kriska leverages in-cab technology for driver improvement.
November 7, 2023