Technology
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ATRI calls on carriers to share trucking’s top concerns
The American Trucking Associations’ research arm uses the input to help prioritize industry strategy.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 6, 2024 -
Retrieved from FHWA.
Low-carbon materials a ‘huge opportunity’ to green the transportation sector
The DOT is releasing $800 million to reimburse builders for using cleaner construction products, Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt said.
By Julie Strupp • Sept. 6, 2024 -
DOT awards $102M for zero-emission West Coast freight corridor
The funding will pay for charging stations and hydrogen fueling sites along Interstate 5 in California, Oregon and Washington.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 4, 2024 -
California legislators OK driver requirement for large AVs again
Meanwhile, the state Department of Motor Vehicles moved to potentially advance regulations allowing fully autonomous heavy-duty vehicles on public roads.
By David Taube • Sept. 3, 2024 -
J&J Snack Foods benefits from regional distribution centers
The food maker is shipping more products from the new network while reducing its average length of haul.
By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 30, 2024 -
Ex-Forward Air CEO hired by Nikola
The zero-emissions truck maker appointed Tom Schmitt as chief commercial officer.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 29, 2024 -
DOT calls for wireless vehicle tech on national highways, most intersections by 2037
The Transportation Department seeks connected communications between vehicles, cyclists, other pedestrians and infrastructure.
By David Taube • Aug. 28, 2024 -
Hyzon plans more pilots, reports progress on hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
A strong Q1 translated to $10.3 million in revenue through the first half of the year.
By Jacob Wallace • Aug. 27, 2024 -
Averitt Express pilots EV yard switcher in Nashville
The TICO Pro-Spotter Electric vehicle represents "a significant step toward more sustainable logistics practices," the carrier said.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 21, 2024 -
Deep Dive
‘Absolutely committed’: A. Duie Pyle celebrates 100th anniversary as a family-owned company
The Pennsylvania-based carrier survived a strike, deregulation and other challenges to grow into a premier Northeast regional LTL provider national competitors want to acquire.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 20, 2024 -
Sponsored by Truckbase
Top trucking software in 2024: an in-depth review
As a carrier in today’s market, freight rate pressure and competition make the choice of the right trucking software that much more impactful for your business.
Aug. 19, 2024 -
Sponsored by Truckbase
Top TMS software for carriers in 2024: An in-depth review
To survive and thrive in this cutthroat environment, carriers must find ways to stand out from the pack, streamline their operations and gain better visibility into their fleet's performance.
Aug. 19, 2024 -
Truckers, AV advocates present conflicting views on self-driving safety
Commentators noted vastly different takes on the risks of artificial intelligence in feedback to a Transportation Department agency.
By David Taube • Aug. 15, 2024 -
Sponsored by TransPlus
Analysis: Major challenges facing the trucking industry
Trucking faces fuel volatility, driver shortages and tech pressures. Read our analysis of the key challenges ahead.
Aug. 12, 2024 -
JB Hunt, Kodiak partnership expands weekly deliveries
An autonomous route from South Carolina to Texas, which transports Bridgestone tires, now moves drop freight from Atlanta, Georgia, to Dallas to reduce empty miles.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 8, 2024 -
Love’s adds to finance arm
The travel stop company’s acquisition of REV Capital’s U.S. transportation factoring portfolio is part of its plan to enhance its financial services business.
By Jessica Loder • Aug. 6, 2024 -
Kodiak, Atlas Energy Solutions ramp up self-driving trucks in Texas
The technology is expected to reach 24/7 service for frac sand sites by the end of the year.
By David Taube • July 24, 2024 -
AI offers safety, productivity returns on investment, executives say
Nearly all leaders of physical operations believe they need to invest in AI to stay competitive, according to a Samsara report.
By Colin Campbell • July 24, 2024 -
Coffee and EV charging: Mercedes-Benz partners with Starbucks
The collaboration will add DC fast chargers at 100 retail locations along the 1,400-mile Interstate 5 corridor.
By Haley Cawthon • July 23, 2024 -
XPO launches Mexico+ cross-border shipping service
The carrier's Yellow Corp. terminal acquisitions have allowed it to expand to seven border crossing points for faster delivery times.
By Colin Campbell • July 22, 2024 -
Volvo to receive $208M to accelerate heavy-duty electric truck production
The funds will modify plants in Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia, where Mack and Volvo will produce new equipment or powertrain components.
By David Taube • July 18, 2024 -
Walmart Canada debuts hydrogen truck
The Nikola tractor contributes to the retailer’s goal of a 100% alternatively powered fleet by 2028.
By Larry Avila • July 15, 2024 -
Supply chain data-sharing leader promoted in federal multimodal office
Andrew Petrisin, creator of the DOT's Freight Logistics Optimization Works program, has been named deputy assistant secretary.
By Colin Campbell • July 11, 2024 -
Nikola progresses toward ambitious 2024 sales goal
The company wholesaled 72 hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks in the quarter, besting its projected output.
By David Taube • July 8, 2024 -
Trucking firms add automated scheduling software
R.E. Garrison is among the firms using Qued's technology to reduce the amount of tedious manual tasks.
By David Taube • July 3, 2024