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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.

Technology, Safety

Fleets Confront Cybersecurity Risks as Technology Evolves

The trucking and logistics sector is grappling with rising network complexity and risk with increasing pressure to adopt new applications, according to network technology firm Aryaka.

June 11, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

Autonomous Truck Firm Plus to Go Public Via Churchill SPAC

Teaming up with the SPAC controlled by former investment banker Michael Klein will put a valuation of $1.2 billion on Plus. The combined entity will be known as PlusAI.

June 11, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

Musk Moves Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch ‘Tentatively’ to June 22

Elon Musk says Tesla is “tentatively†set to begin providing robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, on June 22.

June 11, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

Steel Tariff Talks Between US, Mexico Nearing Resolution

Under its current terms, the deal would allow U.S. buyers to import Mexican steel duty-free as long as they kept total shipments below a level based on historical trade volumes.

June 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics, Private, Top 100

UNFI Hack Leaves Some Whole Foods Shelves Bare

In a June 9 email to customers, a representative said the company is “working toward the goal of returning to full operational capacity by†June 15 or sooner and apologized for any disruption.

June 10, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Senate Decision Could Affect Billions in Hydrogen Deals

The Senate is considering a plan to save a lucrative tax credit for hydrogen production that would be scrapped under the tax-and-spending bill passed by the House, key Republicans said.

June 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

Tesla, Musk Tease Robotaxi Launch With Driverless Demo

Tesla executives including Elon Musk promoted a video of one of its vehicles driving in Austin with nobody behind the wheel, hinting that it’s close to launching its robotaxi service there.

June 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel, Logistics

Hybrid TRUs Gain Ground in Refrigerated Trucking

Refrigeration technology for temperature-controlled trailers has expanded beyond conventional diesel-powered refrigeration units to a growing number of greener alternatives.

June 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics

Fleetworthy Buys Haul to Add to Safety, Compliance Portfolio

Haul's AI-powered technology focuses on tasks including automated document audits, driver onboarding and scorecarding, plus real-time compliance monitoring.

June 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment

Daimler, Toyota Finalize Plan to Merge Truck Units in 2026

Toyota and Daimler Truck have agreed to finalize a merger of their truck manufacturing subsidiaries, Hino Motors  and Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus, under a new holding company by April 2026.

June 10, 2025