The volume of goods trade is forecast to rise by 1.9%, markedly weaker than a 4.6% jump in 2025 that was partially attributed to AI.
March 19, 2026Transportation 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.
Uber to Invest Up to $1.25 Billion in Rivian in Robotaxi Bet
Uber or its fleet partners will buy 10,000 autonomous Rivian R2 robotaxis and make them available on the Uber app starting in San Francisco and Miami in 2028.
March 19, 2026NHTSA Escalates Safety Probe of Tesla's 'Full Self-Driving'
The move heightens scrutiny of technology that underpins Tesla鈥檚 future ambitions around autonomous driving and robotaxi operations.
March 19, 2026Clarience Companies Unveil Latest Innovations at TMC
Representatives from Truck-Lite, Pressure Systems International, Road Ready, Davco Technology and Rear View Safety introduced their latest innovations.
March 18, 2026Stoughton Trailers Touts 40 MPH Rear-Impact Test Results
Stoughton Trailers announced at the 2026 TMC Annual Meeting it has surpassed industry standards with a rear-impact test of 40 mph.
March 18, 2026Michelin Debuts AI Retread Platform, Predictive Tire Tech
Michelin rolled out AI-driven TreadVision to automate retreading and unveiled Smart Predictive Tire monitoring for fleets operating Classes 7 and 8 tractors.
March 18, 2026EVs Avoided the Use of 2.3M Barrels of Oil a Day in 2025
Those fossil fuel savings are expected to increase every year for the rest of the decade as more drivers turn to battery-powered vehicles.
March 18, 2026Hendrickson Unveils Watchman for Real-Time Wheel-End Insight
Hendrickson launched its new Watchman advanced wheel-end sensor system, which the company says will assist fleets in predictive maintenance.
March 18, 2026New Hybrid TRUs Highlight Utility and Cargobull Partnership
Utility Trailer launched its new hybrid transport refrigeration technology as part of its partnership with German trailer maker Schmitz Cargobull.
March 17, 2026Hyundai Translead Announces Illinois Expansion at TMC 2026
Hyundai Translead CEO Sean Kenney noted that more than 500 customer locations are within a 100鈥憁ile radius of the planned facilities in Will County.
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