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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.

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ATA, CVSA Call for Third-Party ELD Certification

The push to strengthen ELD certification comes amid concern on the part of trucking companies, law enforcement and others about ELD tampering aimed at circumventing driver HOS limitations.

November 14, 2025
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Trucking Fleets Turn to Renewable Diesel for Cleaner Runs

Emissions can be reduced, and trucking fleets still can rely on today’s predominant vehicle technologies and fueling infrastructure.

November 14, 2025
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Scout Motors Selects Charlotte as Headquarters

The U.S. subsidiary of Volkswagen is aiming to create 1,200 jobs for its new headquarters. Scout also has a new $2 billion electric vehicle production factory in Blythewood, S.C.

November 14, 2025
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FedEx Places First Order for Harbinger EV Chassis

FedEx spokeswoman Savannah Haeger said the order represents the first time the shipping company has paired an order in the medium-sized EV chassis space with an investment in the EV truck maker.

November 14, 2025
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Hill Transportation Leaders Eye Highway Bill

Rep. Sam Graves’ T&I committee is expected to resume hearings specific to comprehensive highway legislation that is meant to improve safety and supply chain connectivity.

November 13, 2025
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US, Argentina Advance New Trade Accord

The moves to ease trade in cattle come as the Trump administration is looking to provide relief to American consumers with wholesale beef prices surging in recent years.

November 13, 2025
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New GXO Chief Sees Logistics Opportunities Amid Downturn

“The overall economic market may not be growing, but the contract logistics industry is, and outsourcing is,” GXO CEO Patrick Kelleher said during an interview with Transport Topics.

November 13, 2025
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Paccar Conducts More Layoffs at Quebec Truck Factory

As recently as September, Peterbilt was touting expanded manufacturing capacity at the factory, with the first 567 vocational Class 8 truck rolling off the production line Sept. 24.

November 13, 2025
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VW-Rivian Joint Venture May Sell EV Tech to Other Carmakers

The joint venture, known as RV Tech, said it has made solid progress on delivering the EV electrical and software platform that Volkswagen needs to compete with Tesla and Chinese rivals.

November 13, 2025
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Ongoing Uncertainty Hampers Truck Orders in October

Monthly orders data has trended below prior-year results since the start of the year. President Trump’s focus on tariffs has created uncertainty for both OEMs and truck buyers.

November 13, 2025