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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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Five Questions With Kerry Stritt, VP of Fleet Services for Southeastern Freight Lines

A professional answers our questions about challenge and innovations in his department.

January 28, 2022
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Biometric Privacy Law in Illinois Posing Legal Challenge for Truckers

Legal experts are warning that trucking companies and their technology providers could be unintentionally dragged into state and federal class-action civil lawsuits over compliance with the notification requirements of an Illinois biometric privacy law.

January 27, 2022
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Renault, Nissan to Invest $26 Billion in Future EVs

The French-Japanese auto alliance of Renault and Nissan plans to invest $26 billion in electric vehicle technology over the next five years, the companies said Jan. 27.

January 27, 2022
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Tesla Delays Semi and Cybertruck on Supply Woes

Tesla Inc. pushed back introductions of new models to next year, wagering the best way to continue expanding sales in the face of supply chain challenges will be to further leverage a narrow lineup of big sellers.

January 26, 2022
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Ocado Unveils Enhanced Robots in Grocery Delivery Push

Ocado Group Plc has developed new, lower-cost technology that will speed up online grocery deliveries, boosting the company’s prospects as it seeks to license its robotic warehouse systems globally.

January 26, 2022
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US House Policymakers Examine Electric Vehicles' Role in Rural Commerce

Transportation policymakers are reviewing the reliability of electric vehicles across the agriculture industry and rural commerce.

January 26, 2022
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Ford Program to Give California Winegrowers Electric Pickups

SEBASTOPOL, Calif. — Ford Motor Co. on Jan. 26 announced the launch of a pilot program that will equip winegrowers in Northern California with electric pickup trucks, cargo vans and software services in a bid to boost EV and technology adoption among farmers and other commercial customers.

January 26, 2022
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Bentley Pours Billions Into Electric Car Overhaul

LONDON — Bentley Motors is pouring billions into upgrading manufacturing to accelerate its electric vehicle development plan, joining other auto brands shifting away from gasoline engines, the luxury automaker said Jan. 26.

January 26, 2022
BusinessTechnologyAutonomous

May Mobility Raises $83 Million for AV Shuttle

May Mobility Inc., a self-driving shuttle startup backed by the venture arms of Toyota Motor Corp. and BMW AG, raised $83 million in its largest funding round to date.

January 26, 2022
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Transfix Adds Byars, Mosso to Executive Growth Team

Digital freight platform Transfix has added Guy Byars and Jennifer Mosso to the company’s executive team. The company announced that Byars will serve as senior vice president of carrier growth and Mosso as president of shipper growth.

January 25, 2022