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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.

GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety

Tesla Recalls Cybertrucks Twice in One Day

Tesla Inc. is recalling its Cybertruck model again over faulty windshield-wiper components and trim pieces that may come loose while driving.

June 25, 2024
BusinessTechnologyLogisticsAutonomous

Aurora Innovation, Uber Freight Launch Driverless Program

Uber Freight and Aurora Innovation are launching a program aimed at providing carriers with early access to over a billion miles of driverless deliveries, the companies announced June 25.

June 25, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Cellcentric Begins Pilot Hydrogen Fuel Cell Production in Germany

Cellcentric began pilot production of hydrogen fuel cells June 20 at its Esslingen plant in Germany, the joint venture between Daimler Truck and Volvo Group said.

June 24, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

BlackSuit Gang Blamed in Cyberattack on Car Dealers

A hacking group called BlackSuit is behind the cyberattack on CDK Global that has paralyzed car sales across the U.S., according to Allan Liska, a threat analyst at the security firm Recorded Future Inc.

June 24, 2024
BusinessTechnologySafety

Car Dealerships Disrupted by Pair of Cyberattacks

NEW YORK — Car dealerships in North America continue to wrestle with major disruptions that started last week with cyberattacks on a software company used widely in the auto retail sales sector.

June 21, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

VTNA Debuts VNL Electric in Evolution of Class 8 Flagship

DUBLIN, Va. — Volvo Trucks North America provided a first glimpse of the next configuration of its flagship Class 8 VNL tractor — a VNL 440 Electric — during a media event at its customers center.

June 21, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

60 Seconds: FHWA Chief Endorses Benefits of Transportation Technologies

Federal Highway Administration leader Shailen Bhatt pressed federal lawmakers to consider a vast portfolio of applications designed to enhance safety along commercial and passenger corridors

June 20, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

Key EV Battery Material Can Come From Methane

Graphite is key to manufacturing the lithium-ion batteries that power electric cars, and there has been a push to grow a U.S. supply chain.

June 20, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyAutonomousTCA

California Lawmaker Pulls Bill on Autonomous Vehicles

The tech sector has declared victory after California state Sen. Dave Cortese withdrew SB 915, which would change how self-driving cars are regulated, from consideration this week.

June 20, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyAutonomous

Joby Says FAA OKs In-House Software for Air Taxi Service

Joby Aviation said it received regulatory clearance to use software products that the electric aviation startup has developed in-house since acquiring Uber’s air taxi division in 2021.

June 20, 2024