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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.

Business, Technology, Logistics

Software Logistics Giant WiseTech Buys E2open for $2.1B

Australian shipping software company WiseTech Global made its biggest ever acquisition, agreeing to buy E2open Parent Holdings in a deal that values the U.S. firm at $2.1 billion.

May 27, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Economic Factors Bombard Truck Makers From All Angles

Multiple adverse factors contributed to a much rougher three months for truck manufacturers in the first quarter of 2025 than was expected at the turn of the calendar year.

May 23, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Volvo Cars CEO Insists R&D Direction Not Shifting to China

“People worry Geely will centralize R&D in China. That’s a misunderstanding,†Hakan Samuelsson said. “There’s no such plan, and Chinese operations are also cutting costs.â€

May 23, 2025
Business, Technology

From Crickets to Click-Throughs

These days, YouTube has expanded to offer tools that enable companies to personalize their content, cash in on the podcast frenzy, facilitate in-video purchasing and more.

May 23, 2025
Business, Technology

TMS Suppliers Prepare for AI Implementation

Suppliers of transportation management systems are building connections with virtual agents and assistants powered by AI while also investing in their own AI features.

May 23, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Samsara Partners With Rivian to Aid Fleet Management

Telematics vendor Samsara is teaming up with electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian, the companies said May 20.

May 22, 2025
Business, Technology, Logistics

Smarter Logistics: Technology Strategies That Deliver

Program Aired: May 22, 2 p.m. ET Explore how NetSuite empowers transportation companies to enhance operational efficiency, manage logistics, and drive growth. Learn about real-time data insights, automated workflows, and scalable solutions tailored for the evolving needs of the transportation sector.  

May 22, 2025
Business, Technology, Fuel

EV Charging Rates Go Dynamic

Nearly 40% of the country’s 10,700 public fast-charging stations recently started adjusting rates often and aggressively, based on myriad factors that skew the supply-demand equation.

May 22, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Northvolt to Stop Production at End of June Without Buyer

Bankrupt battery maker Northvolt will stop production at its last remaining factory in northern Sweden at the end of June if it fails to find a buyer before then.

May 22, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Oregon, Vermont Halt Zero-Emission Truck Mandates

In the span of a few days, leaders in both Oregon and Vermont reversed plans to limit sales of diesel-powered trucks in favor of electric trucks in their states.

May 22, 2025