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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.

GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

State DOTs Explore Roadway Charging to Support Electric-Powered Vehicles

Magnetic concrete that charges electric vehicles as they drive over it could be coming to an Indiana roadway in the next few years.

November 30, 2021
BusinessTechnology

VW CEO Open to Third Parties Taking Stakes in Software Unit

Volkswagen AG is open to external partners taking stakes in the manufacturer’s new software division as traditional automakers fight to catch up with Tesla Inc. on digital features.

November 30, 2021
BusinessTechnologyFuel

Rising Battery Costs Hit Carmakers

Soaring commodity prices and supply chain bottlenecks threaten to push up the cost of batteries seen as crucial in the fight against climate change.

November 30, 2021
BusinessTechnology

Cyber Monday Misses Estimates on Short Supply, Weak Deals

Final sales for Cyber Monday fell short of estimates and didn’t surpass last year’s record as lackluster sales and scarce inventory kept shoppers from breaking out their credit cards during the start of the holiday shopping season.

November 30, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentAutonomousPerspective

Perspective: Supporting Operations With Trailer Intelligence

Automated truck companies make for popular industry conversation, but with great automated truck power comes great trailer responsibility. When exploring automated solutions, fleets must ensure their trailers get technological attention as well.

November 29, 2021
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Commerce Head Gina Raimondo to Urge Boost in Chip Output

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on Nov. 29 will make the case for more domestic production of semiconductors in a pitch aimed at the administration’s goal to have 50% of U.S. vehicles be electric by the end of the decade.

November 29, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

BYD Deploys New Jersey's First Battery-Electric Refuse Trucks

Electric truck maker BYD Motors announced it will deliver five of its battery-electric refuse trucks to New Jersey, in what it said was the first such deployment in that state.

November 29, 2021
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Amazon Takes Steps to Solve Supply Chain Problems

For Amazon, which burnished its reputation serving as a lifeline during the COVID-19 outbreak, the holiday season is an opportunity to extend its advantage over rivals.

November 29, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Nissan Invests in Electric Vehicles, Battery Development

TOKYO — Nissan said Nov. 29 it is investing 2 trillion yen ($17.6 billion) over the next five years and developing a cheaper, more powerful battery to boost its electric vehicle lineup.

November 29, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentAutonomous

Locomation Announces Results of Study on ARC Benefits

Autonomous truck technology company Locomation announced an independent environmental impact evaluation found its Autonomous Relay Convoy (ARC) system will dramatically reduce the greenhouse gas footprint, fuel consumption and operating costs of transporting goods by truck.

November 24, 2021

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