Federal trucking regulators have received exemption requests from motor carriers looking for long-term authority to deploy a brake-lamp technology with a pulsating bulb feature.
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Matt Silver, CEO of Cargado, discusses how AI, data and smarter platforms are reshaping cross-border shipping.
Ford Is Investing $3.5 Billion in EV Battery Plant With China’s CATL
Ford Motor Co. is investing $3.5 billion in an electric vehicle battery plant in southwest Michigan that it will operate with technology and support from a Chinese battery maker that has stirred political controversy.
February 13, 2023Finnish EV Fast-Charger Maker Setting Up Shop in North Carolina
A Finnish maker of fast chargers for electric vehicles is dipping its toe into the U.S. market with a $41 million venture in North Carolina.
February 10, 2023DOT Investigating Elon Musk’s Neuralink Over Hazardous Shipping Claim
The U.S. Department of Transportation is investigating Elon Musk’s brain implant company, Neuralink Corp., after an animal rights group said it obtained emails suggesting the startup did not follow proper procedure when shipping possibly hazardous materials.
February 9, 2023FHWA to Start Funding Program to Lower Truck Emissions at Ports
The Federal Highway Administration soon will open fiscal 2022-2023 grant applications for its new Reduction of Truck Emissions at Port Facilities program, according to a Feb. 8 announcement by the Department of Transportation.
February 9, 2023Republican Policymakers Spotlight Autonomous Vehicles’ Benefits
Approving a regulatory framework for autonomous vehicles would facilitate the technology’s adoption throughout the national transportation landscape, top Republicans on a U.S. House committee indicated this month.
February 9, 2023DOE Encourages 33 Regional Hydrogen Hubs to Compete in Final Funding Phase
The Department of Energy advised proposed consortiums backed by states and others competing for a share of $7 billion in federal funds for their regional hydrogen hubs to get their permits, cost projections and community outreach plans in order.
February 8, 2023Electric, Autonomous Trucks Hold Promise, Executives Say
LAS VEGAS — Autonomous and electric-powered trucks hold great potential to improve safety and efficiency in the freight transportation sector, but it will take time for these emerging technologies to overcome various market challenges and achieve widespread commercialization, industry executives said.
February 8, 2023Illinois Supreme Court Extends Statute of Limitations for Biometric Lawsuits
The Illinois Supreme Court has issued a decision that strengthens the state’s Biometric Information Privacy Act — one of the nation’s strictest laws regulating the collection and storage of biometrics.
February 7, 2023Senators Introduce Catalytic Converter Theft Bill
Legislation aimed at reducing the theft of catalytic converters was introduced in the U.S. Senate this month.
February 6, 2023