Technology
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.
Maersk Plans to Deploy 300 Electric Trucks in North America by 2025
A.P. Moller-Maersk is building out its electric heavy-duty truck fleet with two announcements involving Einride and BYD, and, separately, Volvo Trucks North America.
Trucking Companies Find Best Practices in Transportation Management Software
To optimize, automate. That’s the long-standing message from users and vendors when they talk about realizing a return on investment for transportation management systems (TMS).
Global Supply Lines Brace for Economic Storm to Widen
Global supply strains that started to ease in early 2022 are worsening again as headwinds strengthen from the war in Ukraine and China’s COVID lockdowns, threatening slower growth and faster inflation across the global economy.
Tesla, Amazon Stock Splits Trigger Retail Stampede
Recent proposals from Alphabet Inc., Amazon.com Inc. and Tesla Inc. tell us one thing: Stock splits can spark big rallies as retail traders pile in.
March 29, 2022Volta Stock Plunges After Founders Resign
Shares of Volta Inc. plunged to all-time lows after the electric vehicle charging company announced the abrupt departures of two of its top executives, both of them founders of the firm.
Tesla to Seek Approval for Another Stock Split
Tesla Inc. gained in early trading March 28 after the carmaker said it plans to seek shareholder approval for a move that would enable its second stock split in roughly two years.
IMC Welcomes Fields as Human Resources VP
IMC Cos. hired Sabrina Fields to fill the role of vice president of people strategies and human resources. Fields previously served in human resource leadership roles at International Flavors & Fragrances, Rich Products Corp. and J.R. Simplot.
March 25, 2022Lytx Recognizes Winners in Driver, Coach Categories
Lytx announced the winners of its driver of the year and coach of the year awards last month.
March 25, 2022Stellantis Announces Hurricane ICE Line
In a nod to the uncertain road ahead for electric vehicle adoption, Stellantis announced an all-new internal-combustion engine line March 25, even as the automaker targets 50% EV sales in the U.S. by 2030.
Rand McNally Debuts Truck Navigation Tablet
Rand McNally unveiled an in-cab tablet March 24 with navigation and features for professional truck drivers.
March 24, 2022