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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.

Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

TMC Annual Meeting to Spotlight Tech and Maintenance Basics

Getting back to basics is one of the pillars of the 2025 Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting’s theme, “Advancing Technology through Industry Engagement.â€

February 24, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, TCA

Tesla Recalls 375,000 Cars Due to Power Steering Issues

Tesla has issued a safety recall for two of its best-selling vehicles due to issues with the power assist steering after a full stop.

February 24, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Musk Team Lays Off NHTSA Workers Overseeing Tesla

Elon Musk’s cost-cutting team is eliminating jobs at the vehicle safety agency that oversees Tesla and has launched investigations into deadly crashes involving his company’s cars.

February 24, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel, Autonomous

Tesla Snubs Uber for Robotaxi Partnership

Uber Technologies Inc. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Elon Musk was not open to making Tesla Inc.’s planned robotaxis available on the ride-sharing platform, making Uber a future competitor.

February 21, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

How Brokers, Carriers and Shippers Are Fighting Theft and Fraud

As technology systems helped advance collaborative freight movements among brokers, carriers and shippers, thieves also have targeted the sector as an area ripe for fraud.

February 21, 2025
Business, Technology, Safety, Logistics

Double Brokering Scams Continue to Target Trucking

Brokers make a distinction between co-brokering, done legitimately as a necessity in a fast-paced business environment, and double-brokering, often done by fraudsters.

February 21, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel

Trucking Fights Back Against Fuel Card Skimming

Fuel card skimming has become an increasing threat to the financial security of truck fleets, but industry leaders have been making progress addressing the issue over the past year.

February 21, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Rivian Reports Profit but Cuts 2025 EV Sales Forecast

Rivian Automotive said its electric-vehicle deliveries this year will fall short of Wall Street estimates as potential policy shifts in Washington threaten to further dampen EV demand.

February 20, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

InCharge Energy, DLL Team Up on EV Charging Expansion

The companies announced the agreement Feb. 18, saying the goal is to lower financial barriers for organizations looking to transition to electric vehicles.

February 20, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Nikola’s Collapse Puts SEC’s $80 Million Claim at Risk

The SEC ranked No. 1 on the roster of largest unsecured creditors when Nikola, a failed maker of EV trucks, sought court protection on Feb. 19, with the regulator owed about $80 million.

February 20, 2025