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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, Safety

Samsara Releases AI-Enabled Drowsy Driving Detection

Fleet technology provider Samsara has released a new safety feature that proactively detects and mitigates drowsy driving through artificial intelligence.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
October 25, 2024
Business, Technology, Autonomous

Waymo Closes $5.6 Billion Funding Round

Waymo, Alphabet Inc.’s autonomous driving unit, raised $5.6 billion from investors, its largest-ever funding round.

Ed Ludlow | Bloomberg News
October 25, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Tesla Targets Full Semi Production by End of 2026

Tesla expects production of its Semi Class 8 tractor to accelerate to full throttle by the end of 2026, according to a senior executive, as the automaker offers more details about the vehicle.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
October 25, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

VW’s Scout Motors Adds New Hybrid Models

Volkswagen AG’s forthcoming Scout line of battery-powered sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks is adding gasoline-fueled internal combustion engines to the mix.

Keith Naughton | Bloomberg News
October 25, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

Biden Greenlights Lithium Mine in Race to Secure Supply

Ioneer Ltd.’s Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project in Nevada has received its federal permit from the Bureau of Land Management, according to a company statement Oct. 24.

Yvonne Yue Li | Bloomberg News
October 24, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel

GM Sees Timing Issue as Canada Reduces EV Rebates

“Just as mandates and regulations start to bite, the timing is not necessarily lining up very well, in that the purchase incentive support comes off,” GM Canada's president said. 

Thomas Seal | Bloomberg News
October 24, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Logistics

GSA Awards $33.2M for Pacific Highway Port Modernization

The U.S. General Services Administration has awarded a $33.2 million contract to modernize Washington state’s busiest commercial border crossing with Canada.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
October 24, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Isaac Introduces Analytics Platform and First AI Features

DALLAS — In-cab technology supplier Isaac Instruments is rolling out a new analytics platform and its first set of features powered by AI to help fleets derive more value from their data.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
October 24, 2024
Business, Technology

German Flying Taxi Firm Lilium May File for Insolvency

Lilium NV said its main subsidiaries may be forced to file for insolvency proceedings within days as the electric flying taxi firm struggles to raise enough funding to continue operations.

Kate Duffy | Bloomberg News
October 24, 2024
Business, Technology

China’s CATL Unveils Battery Designed for Hybrid Vehicles

China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. on Oct. 24 unveiled a new battery designed for hybrid vehicles in an effort to wean more drivers off gasoline-guzzling cars.

October 24, 2024