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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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UPS Debuts °®¶¹´«Ã½ Delivery of CVS Medicine by Drone

UPS Inc. has expanded its revenue-generating drone flights beyond hospital campuses, delivering prescription medicines to two customers’ homes from a CVS Health Corp. pharmacy in Cary, N.C.

November 5, 2019
Technology

Unexpected Uses for In-Cab Video Telematics

We’re all aware of the great safety benefits of in-cab video telematics. However, in this MiX Telematics white paper we shift the focus to the many ways it can improve fleet efficiency, assist with driver training and reduce costs.

November 5, 2019
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

VMT Tax for Trucks Presents Revenue Option for Highway Account, CBO Reports

About $2.6 billion in revenue would have been generated in 2017 if commercial trucks were taxed at a rate of 1 cent per mile, and compliance reached a rate of 90%, according to a recent report by the Congressional Budget Office.

November 4, 2019
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Small but Growing Carriers Make Leap From Spreadsheets to TMS Software

For small trucking companies that are getting bigger, recognizing the point when it becomes necessary to adopt management software isn’t so difficult. Instead, the challenges have more to do with evaluating systems, choosing one and implementing it.

November 4, 2019
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafetyLogistics

Seattle DOT Launches Public Version of Roadwork Planning App

The Seattle Department of Transportation has launched a public version of dotMaps, its online tool to help travelers stay informed about construction projects and plan their routes.

November 4, 2019
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Omnitracs Resolves ELD Disruption That Had Drivers Reverting to Paper Logs

Technology company Omnitracs announced its electronic logging devices that had experienced outages caused by an infrequent update to Global Positioning System operations are now functional.

November 4, 2019
BusinessTechnologyAutonomous

Microsoft Wants to Teach Drones, Robots, Drills How to Think

Microsoft Corp. and technology rivals spend a lot of time talking about machine learning. Now Microsoft is talking about something called machine teaching.

November 4, 2019
BusinessTechnologyFuel

Infiniti Will Market Cars That Still Fill Up on Gas as Electric

Infiniti bills itself as being a convention challenger, but the Nissan Motor Co. luxury-car division still sees the future of electrification much like the era of internal combustion.

November 4, 2019
Technology

7 Steps to Choosing the Right ELD Provider

Download this simple, 7-step guide to learn:  How to vet ELDs for accuracy & reliability Key considerations for easy implementation and onboarding for both drivers and back-office staff Essential questions to ask for picking a device that will meet your business goals

November 4, 2019
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Uber Freight Adds Service in Canada

Digital broker Uber Freight announced its expansion to portions of Canada.

November 1, 2019