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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.

Business, Technology

FMCSA Urges Truckers to Use Proper GPS, Issues Recommendations for Picking Device

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration launched a campaign last week to warn truck drivers about the dangers of using navigation systems designed for smaller vehicles.

March 18, 2013
Business, Technology

Cummins, Peterbilt Debut 10 MPG 鈥楽uperTruck鈥

Cummins Inc. and Peterbilt Motors Co. said they have developed a demonstration聽鈥淪uperTruck鈥 capable of averaging 10 miles per gallon in real-world conditions, a 54% increase in fuel economy.

March 14, 2013
Government, Business, Technology

FMCSA Warns Truckers to Use Truck-Specific GPS

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has begun distributing cards to truck drivers warning them that using聽GPS navigation聽devices meant for smaller vehicles can be dangerous and could lead to trucks hitting low bridges.

March 12, 2013
Special Coverage, Business, Technology

FMCSA Warns Truckers to Use Truck-Specific GPS

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has begun distributing cards to truck drivers warning them that using navigation GPS devices meant for smaller vehicles can be dangerous and could lead to trucks hitting low bridges.

March 11, 2013
Business, Technology

XRS Corp. Appoints Reidy President, COO

XRS Corp. said Monday it has appointed Brendan Reidy its president and聽chief operating officer, effective immediately.

March 11, 2013
Business, Technology

TMC Discussing Engine Technology, Nat Gas, Equipment Regulations During Annual Meeting

Truck maintenance directors are gathering for the annual meeting of American Trucking Associations鈥 Technology & Maintenance Council March 11-14 in Nashville, Tenn., to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing fleets today.

March 11, 2013
Business, Technology

Rand McNally Integrates With McLeod Software

Rand McNally Inc. said Tuesday it has integrated its fleet-management hardware with McLeod Software鈥檚 document-management system, allowing for real-time alerts.

March 5, 2013
Business, Technology

Arpin Promotes Truck Solar Panels With New Partnership

Arpin Renewable Energy said it has partnered with transportation alternative energy company eNow to provide easier access to solar panels for Arpin Van Lines agents and owner-operators.

March 5, 2013
Business, Technology

Qualcomm to Rename Truck Technology Unit

Qualcomm Inc. will change the name of its Qualcomm Enterprise Services division in the spring in conjunction with a corporate reorganization of the business.

March 4, 2013
Business, Technology

PeopleNet, Drivewyze Begin Product Collaboration

Onboard communications provider PeopleNet Communications Corp. and Drivewyze, creator of an electronic weigh station pre-clearance system, said they have agreed on a collaboration to offer products together.

March 4, 2013