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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.

GovernmentBusinessTechnologyAutonomous

US Reportedly Moves to Ban China Software in Autonomous Cars

The U.S. may propose barring Chinese software in autonomous vehicles in coming weeks amid security concerns, according to Reuters.

August 5, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Cummins Q2 Profit Rises on Higher Generator, Engine Sales

An increase in sales of power generators and heavy-duty truck engines boosted profits at Cummins Inc. in the second quarter of 2024, the company said Aug. 1.

August 2, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

British Columbia Investing in Hydrogen Hub on Highway 16

Canada’s British Columbia will grant $108,000 to develop a regional hydrogen hub to support business development along its western Highway 16 freight corridor from central Prince George to the Pacific Coast.

August 2, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Future of Combustion Engines Promises Efficiency, Green Fuels

Advanced researchers and engine makers say the internal combustion engine’s ability to be more efficient and run on greener fuels means an extended life.

August 2, 2024
BusinessTechnologyFuel

NACFE Report Explores Fleets Fueling With Natural Gas

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency produced a confidence report to assist fleet decision-makers in making informed choices on whether to switch to natural gas fuel. 

August 2, 2024
BusinessTechnology

Save with AI-powered, data-driven predictive maintenance

Right now, you probably pay more per mile to operate than ever. Maintain healthier trucks, save thousands in critical repairs, and run a more efficient shop—all through predictive maintenance.  

August 1, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety

Biden’s ‘Infrastructure Decade’ Becoming More Concrete

A bipartisan infrastructure law topping $1 trillion is fueling a wave of freight and passenger mobility projects nationwide this summer.

August 1, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety

Text Message Scammers Seek Fake Toll Fees in Multiple States

The FBI and tolling operators across the nation are issuing warnings about “smishing†text message scams asking people to pay fake toll charges on fraudulent websites.

July 31, 2024
BusinessTechnology

Uber Partners With BYD on Putting Drivers Into 100,000 EVs

Uber will team up with BYD to put 100,000 electric vehicles onto the ride-hailing company’s platform, in a major deal between American and Chinese businesses that notably excludes the U.S.

July 31, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafetyAutonomous

Tesla in Fatal Washington Crash Was Using Self-Driving System

DETROIT — Authorities in Washington have determined that a Tesla that hit and killed a motorcyclist near Seattle in April was operating on the company’s “Full Self Driving†system.

July 31, 2024