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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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Volkswagen鈥檚 Elli Expands Into Energy Trading

The shift to intermittent renewables in European electricity markets has created a need for new types of power-purchase agreements and a more flexible demand response from major users.

August 26, 2025
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ChatGPT Developer Offers Advice for AI Adoption in Trucking

Rapid advances in AI promise to transform operations in many industries, including freight transportation, as more powerful AI models become widely available at lower costs.

August 26, 2025
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EPA Moves to Block California鈥檚 Roadside Emissions Checks

This time EPA is targeting the California Air Resources Board鈥檚 Clean Truck Check law, also known as the Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program.

August 26, 2025
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Mack Begins Pioneer Tractor Production at Macungie Plant

Mack hopes the Pioneer 鈥 with a more aerodynamic shape than its predecessor, the Anthem 鈥 will help revitalize the company's fortunes in the longhaul segment of the truck market.

August 26, 2025
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Canada鈥檚 LeBlanc Will Head to Washington for Trade Talks

鈥淲e are looking, I hope, for an agreement that will put us in a better position than we are right now,鈥 Dominic LeBlanc said Aug. 25 in a French-language radio interview.

August 25, 2025
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US, South Korea Eye Closer Ties on Security, Shipbuilding

Still, President Trump indicated that the agreement for a 15% tariff on South Korean imports would likely stick as is, despite Seoul鈥檚 efforts to secure better terms.聽

August 25, 2025
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US Agency Proposes Including Copper in Critical Minerals

The Trump administration has made the revival of U.S. metals and minerals production a key priority with a focus on copper, which is used in transportation.

August 25, 2025
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PCS Unveils Cortex AI Engine to Automate Freight Operations

The company鈥檚 new AI engine, dubbed Cortex, is designed to help PCS customers optimize operations, enhance workflows, streamline communications and convert data into business insights.

August 22, 2025
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Trump, Carney Hold First Call Since Tariff Escalation

The two leaders talked about 鈥渢rade challenges, opportunities, and shared priorities in a new economic and security relationship between Canada and the U.S.,鈥 according to a statement.

August 21, 2025
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Averitt Express Orders 264 Volvo VNL 860 Trucks

The new units expand a long-running supplier relationship at a scale that signals how big fleets are renewing equipment to strengthen operations and keep experienced drivers in the seats.

August 21, 2025