According to industry leaders, this simple, yet crucial detail for fleets to consider when adding electric trucks to their rosters should be their top priority: where to plug them in.
June 28, 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.
The Right Utility Provider Is Key for Fleet Electrification
To understand the best utility provider for an electrified commercial fleet, it is important to know the types of providers that are available and understand how they operate.
June 28, 2024Truck Maker Hyzon Mulls Sale of Part or All of Operations
Hyzon Motors could put up a for sale sign as the Bolingbrook, Ill.-based startup continues to hemorrhage cash, and it may begin layoffs before that.
June 28, 2024Polestar Loss Deepens to $1.46B Amid Slowing EV Demand
Polestar Automotive Holding UK Plc reported deepening losses for last year as the EV maker faced weaker demand amid organizational challenges that delayed its earnings report.
June 28, 2024Operations Underway at VTNA’s New River Valley Assembly Plant
DUBLIN, Va. — Cabs for VTNA's redesigned flagship Class 8 VNL tractor — launched in January — are built at the new Plant 2 of the New River Valley manufacturing facility.
June 27, 2024Could Cheap Chinese EVs Reach US From Mexico?
Low-priced Chinese EVs pose a potentially "extinction-level event" for America’s auto industry.
June 27, 2024VTNA: US Class 8 Retail Sales Running Below Expectations
DUBLIN, Va. — U.S. Class 8 retail truck sales paced a bit below expectations through May and are now expected to total 260,000 to 270,000 in 2024, according to VTNA executive Magnus Koeck.
June 26, 2024Rivian to Form EV Venture With $5 Billion From Volkswagen
Volkswagen will invest $5 billion to form a joint venture with electric vehicle maker Rivian Automotive, throwing a lifeline to the startup and giving VW access to Rivian's technology.
June 25, 2024GM Hires CEO Whitten for Troubled Cruise Robotaxi Service
General Motors on June 25 named a veteran technology executive with roots in the video game industry to steer its troubled robotaxi service Cruise.
June 25, 2024Elevating Truck Safety: The Rise of ADAS Technology
Prioritizing safety is an integral characteristic of the most successful fleets and ADAS technology is at the forefront of modern safety strategies. Jeff Loftus, FMCSA Technology Division Chief, joins TT's Seth Clevenger to discuss the current outlook on ADAS technology and his plans for phase 2 of the TechCelerate Now program.Â
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