Toyota is boosting its investment in air taxi manufacturer Joby Aviation by $500 million to support plans for commercial production, bringing its total investment to $894 million.
October 2, 2024Transportation 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.
FMCSA Targets Falsified ELD Records in New Approach
A fatal December 2022 crash in Virginia put a fresh spotlight on fraud, when a truck driver falsified ELD records to exceed the 11-hour driving limit.
October 2, 2024Tesla Posts First 2024 Quarterly Increase in Deliveries
Low-interest financing, sweet lease deals, price cuts and free charging boosted Tesla’s global deliveries in the third quarter, the first increase this year for the electric vehicle maker.
October 2, 2024Chip Firms Monitor Quartz Supplies After Hurricane Hits Mines
Global semiconductor makers are monitoring supplies of high-purity quartz, a material critical to the industry, after Hurricane Helene halted production at two North Carolina mines.
October 2, 20245 Questions Your Telematics RFP is Missing
A well-defined RFP ensures a fleet attracts the right vendor who can deliver solutions that meet your needs. Before sending your telematics RFP to vendors, explore these key questions to ensure your fleet’s operations and expectations are aligned for success.
October 1, 2024Is AI a Game-Changer or Risk for Transportation?
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.'s in-depth whitepaper, "Analysis of the Benefits and Risks for the Transportation Sector," explores AI’s advantages—route optimization, predictive maintenance, and autonomous driving—while addressing critical challenges like data privacy, legal compliance, and cybersecurity.Â
October 1, 2024US Imposes Duties on Solar Imports From Southeast Asia
The determination marks an early victory for domestic panel makers who say cheap imports harm their operations and threaten investments meant to cultivate a U.S. solar supply chain.
October 1, 2024Dockworkers Hit the Picket Lines
PHILADELPHIA — Dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas began walking picket lines early Oct. 1 in a strike over wages and automation.
October 1, 2024Traton Views Higher Margin on Electric Trucks, US Expansion
Traton SE is targeting slightly higher returns in the coming five years by expanding in North America and selling more higher-priced electric trucks.
October 1, 2024Stellantis Recalls 200,000 Plug-in Jeeps Over Fire Risk
This recall is the latest setback for Stellantis, which has been grappling with declining sales, a falling stock price and unrest among dealers and unions.
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