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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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Combat Distracted Driving with Data-Driven Insights

Program Aired: July 10, 2 p.m. ET Distracted driving is one of the greatest risks on our roads, especially in physical operations, where the stakes are high with heavier vehicles and dynamic environments.

July 10, 2025
BusinessTechnologyLogisticsFor-HireGlobal FreightTCA

New FedEx Hub in Detroit Moves 12,000 Packages an Hour

FedEx recently opened a new facility on a sprawling piece of land at Detroit Metro Airport, loading it with new technology that helps move 12,000 packages an hour faster and more efficiently. 

July 10, 2025
BusinessTechnology

Routing Software: Your 4-Point Checklist

Revolutionize your last-mile operations! This essential guide offers a 4-point checklist from industry experts, helping you select routing software that understands your needs, offers comprehensive support, and adapts to evolving demands. Make informed decisions and drive tangible results. 

July 10, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

International Q2 Sales Rise 10% From Soft 2024 Figures

The company's sales jumped in direct contrast to those of its peers as a consequence of the year-ago period taking a hammering from a fire at a mirror supplier’s plant.

July 10, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentAutonomous

Musk Says Grok AI Is Coming to Tesla Vehicles by Next Week

Elon Musk said his artificial intelligence startup’s chatbot will be coming to Tesla vehicles days after the bot posted antisemitic content on his social media platform.

July 10, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

DTNA Aims to Increase Margins With Focus on Western Star

Daimler Truck North America aims to increase its margins in the second half of the 2020s, accentuating a position as the key engine of growth for parent company Daimler Truck.

July 9, 2025
BusinessTechnologyLogisticsTop 100

Longer Amazon Prime Day Sparks More Browsing, Fewer Buys

Momentum Commerce, which manages online sales for 50 brands in a variety of product categories and price points, said its Amazon sales plunged 41% year over year on July 8.

July 9, 2025
BusinessTechnology

Nvidia Becomes Most Valuable Company in World at $4 Trillion

Chipmaker Nvidia became the first public company to top $4 trillion in value on July 9 after two-year investor frenzy.

July 9, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Daimler Targets Expansion in Heavy-Duty Vocational Market

 Daimler Truck North America is taking aim at expanding its presence in the heavy vocational market while recognizing the challenge its rivals are lodging to its dominance in the over-the-road segment.

July 9, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyAutonomousTCA

Cruise Cuts 101 Employees as GM Winds Down Robotaxi Program

Cruise, the embattled self-driving car subsidiary of GM, has laid off 101 more employees across the Bay Area, marking the latest round of job cuts as the company scales back its robotaxi efforts.

July 9, 2025