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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.

TechnologyEquipment

P.S.I. Adds Real-Time Visibility for Wheel-End Temperatures

ORLANDO, Fla. — Pressure Systems International has introduced Digital ThermAlert, a sensor that provides fleets and drivers with real-time visibility on trailer wheel-end temperatures.

February 26, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Michelin Launches Sustainability-Focused Fleet Management Brand

ORLANDO, Fla. — Michelin launched a fleet management brand focused on improving sustainability in commercial trucking, the company announced Feb. 26. The Michelin Connected Fleet brand brings a portfolio of data-driven solutions to the industry.

February 26, 2023
BusinessTechnologyAutonomousTCA

Autonomous Truck Startup Locomation Laying Off Employees

Driverless truck startup company Locomation has laid off most of its staff as it winds down operations, the second autonomous vehicle outfit in the Pittsburgh, Pa., area to encounter financial difficulties in four months.

February 24, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

South Dakota Has New Law for Alternative Fuels Taxes, Credits

Truckers driving through South Dakota using biodiesel and other alternative fuels will no longer be incorrectly taxed due to a new law enacted recently by Gov. Kristi Noem.

February 24, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Ford Extends Shutdown of Electric F-150 Plant

Ford Motor Co. is extending the shutdown of its F-150 Lightning pickup plant for a fourth week as it works to resolve a problem that caused a battery fire in one of the electric trucks.

February 24, 2023
BusinessTechnology

Nikola Earnings Show Revenue Miss, Weak Electric Truck Delivery Forecast

Nikola Corp. posted an earnings loss amid efforts to expand the business during the fourth quarter of 2022, the company reported Feb. 23.

February 23, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Dana Reports Mixed Q4 Financials, Record Sales Backlog

Truck parts supplier Dana Inc. on Feb. 22 reported increased revenue but an earnings loss in the fourth quarter of 2022. The company also forecasts that 65% of its new business will be from electric-vehicle platforms.

February 23, 2023
BusinessTechnologyAutonomous

Uber Freight Launches First Electric Truck Pilot With WattEV

Uber Freight announced it is partnering with electric mobility company WattEV and shipping specialist CHEP on a pilot program to deploy EVs on select routes in Southern California.

February 22, 2023
GovernmentTechnologySafetyAutonomous

Ohio Rep. Bob Latta Touts AV Tech’s Safety Potential

Ohio Republican Rep. Bob Latta pointed to the potential for considering legislation regarding autonomous vehicle technology during this session of Congress.  

February 22, 2023
BusinessTechnology

Stellantis Earnings Rise as EV Push Drives Sales

AMSTERDAM — Automaker Stellantis on Feb. 22 reported its earnings grew in 2022 from a year earlier and said its push into electric vehicles led to a jump in sales.

February 22, 2023