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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.
Omnitracs Approved for Continued Use in Hauling for Defense Department
Omnitracs said it has received a government approval that enables fleets using its satellite-based telematics systems to continue carrying ammunition, explosives and other sensitive cargo for the U.S. Department of Defense and other agencies.
September 30, 20142014 IAA Commercial Vehicles Show
Peterbilt Offers Password-Protected Trucks
Peterbilt Motors Co. is offering an anti-theft system that requires a driver to enter a password to start the truck.
September 29, 2014Autonomous-Vehicle Market Expected to be Hampered by Legislation
Legislation and liability uncertainties are expected to be the main barriers for autonomous vehicles becoming more widely adopted, according to a new report.
September 29, 2014TMW Moves to Smooth Out Operations in Response to Customers’ Feedback
Officials of trucking-management software vendor TMW Systems Inc. last week outlined steps the company is taking to smooth internal operations and user experiences, and several of its associated plug-in partners announced new integrations with TMW products.
September 29, 2014DHL Beats Amazon, Google to First Planned Drone Delivery
Deutsche Post AG, Europe’s largest postal service, is about to begin deliveries of medication and other urgent goods to the island of Juist using unmanned helicopters after securing approval from state and federal transport ministries and air traffic control authorities to operate in a restricted flight area.
September 25, 2014Fedex’s McLean Repeats as TMC SuperTech Champion
ORLANDO, Fla. — Mark McLean Jr. of FedEx Freight was crowned TMC SuperTech grand champion for the second straight year, helping FedEx sweep the top three spots.
September 25, 2014WheelTime Launches TMC SuperTech-Inspired Training Program
WheelTime Network said it has launched a new technician training program based on the Technology & Maintenance Council’s annual TMC SuperTech competition.
September 25, 2014EBE Launches New Mobile Document-Capture Application
EBE Technologies said it is offering a new application, dubbed Xpress Mobile Capture, which enables drivers to submit business documents via mobile devices while communicating with carriers’ back-office systems.
September 23, 2014SkyBitz Offers New Asset-Tracking Device
SkyBitz is expanding its product offerings with a new GPS device, which tracks the location and status of assets without an external power source.
September 23, 2014Trending
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