Green energy companies ReCarbon and HYZON Motors partnered July 23 in an effort to propel hydrogen-powered truck projects globally.
July 24, 2020Transportation Technology News
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.
VW CEO Herbert Diess Lauds Elon Musk Over Tesla’s Earnings
Volkswagen AG’s CEO again praised Tesla Inc.’s Elon Musk, this time for showing it’s possible to profit off electric cars even in the midst of a global pandemic.
July 24, 2020DOT Releases Policy Document on Emerging Tech Engagement
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao on July 23 unveiled guidelines that technology innovators can follow to help them engage with the federal government as they develop new projects.
July 23, 2020ATA Meets With OMB to Discuss Hair Sample Testing Rule
A new federal drug-testing law for truck drivers that has been held up at the White House for more than a year may finally be poised for advancement, according to an executive from American Trucking Associations who recently met with officials from the Office of Management and Budget.
July 23, 2020Nikola Breaks Ground on Arizona Plant
Nikola Corp. broke ground July 23 on a new electric-truck factory in Coolidge, Ariz., that it hopes to open next year, but first the startup needs to figure out a way to pay for the 1 million square-foot facility and other expenses with little cash on hand.
July 23, 2020Tesla to Build Factory in Austin, Texas, for Semi Production
Tesla Inc. managed to stay profitable even in the midst of a global pandemic, but something is still nagging at Elon Musk: the electric-car maker isn’t growing fast enough.
July 23, 2020FCA, Waymo Extend Autonomous Partnership
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Google affiliate Waymo said July 22 they are extending their partnership in the development and testing of autonomous vehicles for commercial delivery and for future FCA products.
July 22, 2020VW’s EV Expansion in Tennessee Is ‘On Plan’
Walls are up enclosing Volkswagen’s new $800 million electric vehicle production site in Chattanooga, Tenn., as factory equipment is shipped in for installation, an official says.
July 22, 2020Tesla Slashes Deposit for China Customers to Just $143
Tesla Inc. lowered the deposit that buyers in China have to put down on its cars, seeking to keep sales momentum in the face of intensifying competition and reductions in the government’s electric-vehicle subsidies.
July 22, 2020Freightliner Updates Smart Source App
Truck manufacturer Freightliner has updated its Smart Source app with a new design, personalized notification options and enhanced product support, the company announced.
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