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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.

GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety

HHS Establishes Guidelines for Oral-Fluid Specimen Drug Testing

The Department of Health and Human Services has established scientific and technical guidelines for the inclusion of oral fluid specimens for use in the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs.

October 28, 2019
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Hino Trucks Unveils New Class 4-7 Models

ATLANTA — Hino Trucks unveiled its new M Series Class 4 and Class 5 trucks, and new L Series Class 6 and 7 conventional trucks, at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show on Oct. 28.

October 28, 2019
BusinessTechnologyFuel

NACV Showcases Technology, Product News, Organizer Says

ATLANTA – Advancements in technology and myriad announcements about new products are among the key features of the North American Commercial Vehicle Show, a co-organizer told Transport Topics.

October 28, 2019
BusinessTechnologyLogisticsTop 100

UPS to Upgrade Health Care-Dedicated Warehouse Network

UPS Inc. will add major upgrades to its health care-dedicated warehouse and distribution network, according to an Oct. 28 news release.

October 28, 2019
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Next-Gen Bendix Wingman Technology Available on Mack Models

ATLANTA — Mack Trucks announced the addition of next-generation Bendix Wingman safety technology to the company’s models from the North American Commercial Vehicle Show.

October 28, 2019
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyLogisticsTCA

Crane Simulator Trains Baltimore Longshoremen Without Disrupting Dock Operations

The Steamship Trade Association of Baltimore bought a $500,000 simulator this year to train crane operators at the Port of Baltimore without affecting the day-to-day loading and unloading of cargo.

October 28, 2019
BusinessTechnologyAutonomous

VW Finance Chief Outlines Road Map for $221 Billion Ambition

Days before production starts on Volkswagen AG’s cornerstone electric vehicle, the German manufacturer is stepping up a campaign to more than double its market value and gain investor recognition for the industry’s most ambitious technology push.

October 28, 2019
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

Researchers Explore Potential of VMT Model for Commercial Trucks

For years now, policymakers have sought a viable funding alternative to the federal fuel tax. Since raising the gas and diesel taxes continues to be an unpopular approach to funding infrastructure, most vocal members of the U.S. Congress have discussed a vehicle-miles-traveled fee as an alternative. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

October 28, 2019
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Driver Detention Time Creeps Upward

After improving in 2018, it appears as though driver detention time has increased recently, with many shippers falling back into habits that delay trucks at their docks and push up dwell times.

October 28, 2019
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Mack Shows Limited-Edition Black Anthem

ATLANTA – Mack Trucks has introduced a limited-edition, blacked-out version of its Anthem over-the-road tractor that features a swath of model-specific exterior and interior appointments.

October 28, 2019