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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.

BusinessTechnologyFuel

Amazon, Rivian May End EV Van Exclusivity

Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian and Amazon are in active discussions about ending the exclusivity provision of their delivery van deal, according to multiple media reports.

March 14, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

VW Increases Investments in EV, Software Technologies

Volkswagen AG is increasing investments in software and EVs to close the gap to Tesla and halt a decline in China just as the threat of a demand slowdown hangs over the automotive market.

March 14, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyAutonomous

Tesla Autopilot Doesn鈥檛 Live Up to Name, Buttigieg Says

Tesla Inc.鈥檚 "Autopilot" name for its trademark driver-assistance system lacks 鈥渃ommon sense,鈥 according to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.

March 14, 2023
BusinessTechnologyAutonomous

Self-Driving Startup WeRide Files for US IPO, Sources Say

Chinese driverless technology startup Guangzhou WeRide Technology Co. has filed confidentially for an initial public offering in the U.S. and is looking to raise as much as $500 million, according to people familiar with the situation.

March 13, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyFuel

Hydrogen, Alternative Fuels Advancing Steadily, Natso Panelists Say

GRAPEVINE, Texas 鈥 Like other sectors of the trucking industry, truck stop plazas are learning firsthand the challenges and opportunities they will face as hydrogen, battery-electric and other alternative fuel sources become more widespread.

March 10, 2023
BusinessTechnologySafety

Reduce Liability and Insurance Costs with Precision GPS

Program Aired: March 9, 2023 2 p.m. ET.聽The newest positioning technology is 100x more accurate than the current market standard. Such advancement promises trucking companies better ways to mitigate risk, reduce liability, and monitor safety. But how does it work in practice? This seminar explores the practical application of precision GPS and discusses fleet safety, accident reduction, and driver management.

March 9, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentLogistics

Trucking Titans Share M&A Tips

ORLANDO, Fla. 鈥 The market for buying and selling trucking companies was a hot topic at a recent industry trade show, so it鈥檚 little wonder that a discussion with three leaders who share recent experience on the issue drew a crowd.

March 9, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Nissan Says New Powertrains May Cut Hybrid Costs Up to 30%

Nissan Motor Co. is developing new modular powertrains that will help streamline production and drive manufacturing costs for hybrid cars down by as much as 30%.

March 9, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Mack Trucks Unveils Its First Medium-Duty EV

Mack Trucks has introduced its first electric vehicle for the medium-duty market.

March 8, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Mack Announces Services Suite, Expands OTA Updates

ORLANDO, Fla. 鈥 Mack Trucks launched a bundled services suite called Mack Premium Service Contracts and announced that it will 颅expand the number of electronic control units enabled for Mack Over the Air updates in the Mack Anthem, Pinnacle and Granite models.

March 8, 2023