Startup Peak Energy received $55 million in funding to scale up production of sodium-ion batteries that the company is positioning as an alternative to lithium-ion technology.
July 17, 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, NHTSA Delay Posting of Significant Rulemakings
Regulators are delaying until 2025 a supplemental heavy-duty truck speed limiter proposed rule, an automatic emergency braking final rule and a proposed new truck driver seizure standard.
July 16, 2024Leonard’s Express Eyes Planning Boost With Optimal Dynamics
Leonard’s Express will begin deploying Optimal Dynamics’ load planning and dispatch software starting in August, executives said July 16.
July 16, 2024GM CEO Barra Backs Away From 1 Million EV Production Goal
General Motors Co. CEO Mary Barra walked back expectations for her company’s electric vehicle program, the latest such move by a legacy automaker as momentum slows for plug-in models.
July 16, 2024California Awards $27 Million to Container Ports
California’s business and economic development office has awarded $27 million to fund 10 projects at its five container ports to improve data systems and interoperability.
July 16, 2024Electric TRUs, Diesel Hybrids Pave Path for Reefer Transport
As its technology advances, the omnipresent transport refrigeration unit remains the workhorse of the refrigerated transportation market with room to grow.
July 15, 2024Perspective: The US Needs Lithium Independence
The race for lithium, the lifeblood of modern batteries, is on. Spurred by the adoption of electric vehicles, the use of lithium has extended to the trucking industry.
July 15, 2024Battery Startup Enerpoly Taps Ex-Northvolt Staff
Swedish startup Enerpoly AB has recruited two former Northvolt executives as it seeks to transform the mundane alkaline battery into an affordable option for the energy-storage industry.
July 15, 2024VinFast Delays North Carolina Plant
VinFast Auto Ltd.’s decision to delay its U.S. factory is the latest challenge to its ambition of becoming a global electric vehicle brand and places further pressure on its sales outlook.
July 15, 2024AutoNation Warns CDK Hack Put a Dent in Quarterly Earnings
AutoNation warned the cyberattack that crippled retailers across the country until early this month cost the company a significant chunk of second-quarter earnings.
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