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USDOT Updates Innovation, Technology Principles

The federal regulatory landscape for transportation operations must prioritize safety, economic growth and climate change, the leadership at the U.S. Department of Transportation recently affirmed in a series of guiding principles.

January 11, 2022
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Tesla Strikes Deal for Nickel for Batteries to Ensure Supply

Tesla Inc. agreed to purchase nickel supplies from miner Talon Metals Corp. as an expected surge in demand spurs automakers to secure access to battery metals and other electric car parts.

January 11, 2022
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Aurora, TuSimple Have High Expectations for 2022

Executives from self-driving technology companies TuSimple and Aurora during separate online events hosted by Morgan Stanley outlined ambitious plans for 2022, building on their respective success in 2021.

January 11, 2022
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DTNA to Unveil SuperTruck II Concept This Year

Daimler Trucks North America offered an early peek into the engineering and design work behind its SuperTruck II concept vehicle, which the manufacturer plans to unveil later this year.

January 11, 2022
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Eaton Acquires Royal Power Solutions for $600 Million

Power management company Eaton has acquired a U.S.-based firm that produces components for the electric vehicle sector.

January 10, 2022
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Quality Carriers to Deploy ELDs From Isaac Instruments

Liquid bulk hauler Quality Carriers has partnered with technology supplier Isaac Instruments to improve the in-cab experience for its drivers, the companies said in a joint announcement.

January 10, 2022
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Technology Adds Visibility, Efficiency to Yard Operations

As the logistics industry moves into the new year, supply chain challenges still remain. Although yard operations serve a critical link, the yard can become a black hole if not managed properly.

January 10, 2022
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DriverReach Promotes Wendy Bartz to Customer VP Post

DriverReach announced it has promoted director of sales and services Wendy Bartz to vice president of customer experience.

January 7, 2022
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Autonomous Truck Company Torc to Open Hub in Texas

91视频 is opening an Austin, Texas, engineering hub to accelerate development of its self-driving truck technology.

January 7, 2022
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Cadillac Unveils Concept AV InnerSpace

Cadillac revealed the InnerSpace concept two-passenger electric and autonomous luxury vehicle Jan. 6 at CES in Las Vegas.

January 7, 2022

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