WASHINGTON — Cummins Inc. said it is launching a new brand aimed at accelerating the transition to sustainable energy solutions for commercial applications.
March 8, 2023GovernmentTechnologyEquipmentSafetyAutonomous
NHTSA Investigating Tesla’s Steering Wheels Falling Off While Driving
DETROIT — U.S. auto safety regulators have opened an investigation into Tesla’s Model Y SUV after getting two complaints that the steering wheels can come off while being driven.
March 8, 2023GovernmentBusinessTechnology
South Carolina to Help Revival of Scout Motors as EVs
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s governor said March 6 he is going to ask lawmakers to approve nearly $1.3 billion to bring to the state a new electric vehicle plant by Scout Motors Inc.
March 7, 2023BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety
Technology, Nuclear Verdicts Among Hot Topics in Panel Discussion
ORLANDO, Fla. — The use of technology and ways to combat nuclear verdicts were among the topics discussed and debated during a roundtable session at the Truckload Carriers Association’s Truckload 2023 Orlando.
March 7, 2023BusinessTechnologyAutonomous
Founders of Defunct Argo AI Launch New Self-Driving Startup
The founders of Argo AI, the autonomous vehicle company that was shut down last year, are launching a new self-driving business that could specialize in trucking and ride-hailing, according to people familiar with the matter.
March 7, 2023GovernmentBusinessTechnologyAutonomous
FMCSA’s Earl Adams Stresses Collaboration for Driverless Technology
ORLANDO, Fla. — Government and industry collaboration is vital in terms of deploying emerging technologies such as autonomous trucks. Earl Adams Jr., deputy administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, offered that insight at the TMC's Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition.
March 6, 2023BusinessTechnologyEquipment
Rivian Tells Staff EV Output May Be 24% More Than Forecast
Rivian Automotive Inc. has told employees that production of 62,000 electric vehicles is possible this year, according to people familiar with the matter, an increase from the production target it told investors on Feb. 28.
March 6, 2023BusinessTechnologyAutonomous
Embark Lays Off Workers, Explores Liquidation or Sale
Autonomous trucking company Embark Trucks announced March 3 it is winding down operations and is exploring a liquidation or sale.
March 4, 2023GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety
Illinois Trucking Association Urges Fix to Biometric Law
The Illinois Trucking Association is among a business coalition whose leaders are calling on state lawmakers to change an outdated biometric state statute leading to frivolous lawsuits and safety concerns.
March 3, 2023BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyFuel
New TMC Chair Todd Cotier Focuses on the Details
Keeping a close eye on the fine points is important to Todd Cotier, the new chairman of the Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations. So much so that he’s making it the theme of his chairmanship.
March 3, 2023