Roadside inspectors are considering a new out-of-service rule to fight a growing trend to tamper with electronic logging devices by falsifying a commercial driver’s rest and driving times.
July 11, 2025Transportation 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.
Trump’s 50% Copper Tariff Could Rattle US Supply Chains
U.S. buyers of copper will pay a high price if President Donald Trump pushes ahead with a 50% tariff on refined metal as opposed to products such as wiring, according to producers and analysts.
July 10, 2025Tesla to Start Robotaxi Service in California and Arizona
CEO Elon Musk predicted on his social media service X that Tesla robotaxis could launch in the San Francisco Bay area “probably in a month or two,” pending regulatory approvals.
July 10, 2025Combat Distracted Driving with Data-Driven Insights
Program Aired: July 10, 2 p.m. ETÂ Distracted driving is one of the greatest risks on our roads, especially in physical operations, where the stakes are high with heavier vehicles and dynamic environments.
July 10, 2025New FedEx Hub in Detroit Moves 12,000 Packages an Hour
FedEx recently opened a new facility on a sprawling piece of land at Detroit Metro Airport, loading it with new technology that helps move 12,000 packages an hour faster and more efficiently.Â
July 10, 2025Routing Software: Your 4-Point Checklist
Revolutionize your last-mile operations! This essential guide offers a 4-point checklist from industry experts, helping you select routing software that understands your needs, offers comprehensive support, and adapts to evolving demands. Make informed decisions and drive tangible results.Â
July 10, 2025International Q2 Sales Rise 10% From Soft 2024 Figures
The company's sales jumped in direct contrast to those of its peers as a consequence of the year-ago period taking a hammering from a fire at a mirror supplier’s plant.
July 10, 2025Musk Says Grok AI Is Coming to Tesla Vehicles by Next Week
Elon Musk said his artificial intelligence startup’s chatbot will be coming to Tesla vehicles days after the bot posted antisemitic content on his social media platform.
July 10, 2025DTNA Aims to Increase Margins With Focus on Western Star
Daimler Truck North America aims to increase its margins in the second half of the 2020s, accentuating a position as the key engine of growth for parent company Daimler Truck.
July 9, 2025Longer Amazon Prime Day Sparks More Browsing, Fewer Buys
Momentum Commerce, which manages online sales for 50 brands in a variety of product categories and price points, said its Amazon sales plunged 41% year over year on July 8.
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