Proterra debuted its upgraded battery pack, the H2-23, in April, specifically targeting it for the Class 8 truck market and other demanding commercial applications.
November 26, 2025Transportation 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.
Deere Forecast Misses Expectations as Farm Slump Deepens
The weak outlook for the maker of iconic green and yellow tractors comes as farmers have been hit hard by low crop prices and President Donald Trump’s tariff policies.
November 26, 2025Canada to Tighten Steel Rules, Increase Lumber Aid
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government will lower the tariff-rate quota level for steel imports from countries with which Canada doesn’t have a trade agreement to 20% from 50%.
November 26, 2025Tesla Co-Founder Straubel’s Battery Firm Redwood Cuts Dozens
Tesla co-founder JB Straubel’s battery recycling firm, Redwood Materials, cut dozens of jobs as the startup scales back some of its ambitious projects.
November 25, 2025Barak Turovsky, GM's Head of AI, Leaves Automaker
General Motors' chief AI officer is out, marking the loss of another Silicon Valley alum as the company works to bulk up staffing to support tech innovation at the Detroit automaker.
November 25, 2025Iconic Illinois Foundry Reopens Focused Just on Brake Drums
The foundry achieved a first Nov. 20, pouring its first iron as a stand-alone commercial vehicle brake drum manufacturing plant. Brake drums were soon rolling off the production line.
November 25, 2025PrePass, Vermont Launch App in State to Speed Truck Travel
Vermont’s Department of Motor Vehicles and the PrePass Safety Alliance have activated mobile bypass technology at two inspection sites, enabling faster travel for approved trucks.
November 25, 2025Trump, Xi May Hold 4 Meetings in 2026
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s comments come after Trump and Xi spoke on Nov. 24, their first conversation since the two leaders met in Busan, South Korea, in October.
November 25, 2025Turning Skepticism Into Results: How ADAS Empowers Drivers
This exclusive report features insights from Eaton's Tim Bauer on how predictive cruise control increases driver speeds and earnings, delivers 7.9% fuel savings and builds trust through responsive feedback systems. Discover the coaching strategies that turn ADAS skepticism into measurable fleet performance gains.
November 25, 2025A Lifeline for Nikola Truck Owners, Fuel Cell Technology?
2025 was largely a dark year for hydrogen fuel cell electric rigs in the U.S, but a small group of equipment, fuel and truck suppliers are striving for a brighter future.
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