Technology: Page 11


  • A group of 5 International MV trucks parked in front of a backdrop of city skyscrapers.
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    Navistar recalls over 32K vehicles due to parking brake issues

    A software error and programming issue increase crash risks, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

    By March 14, 2023
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    Opinion

    5 strategies to safeguard profits in an uncertain economy

    Cutting costs without investing in a forward-looking plan can be a recipe for disaster, writes an SVP of linehaul at XPO.

    By Tanmay Mathur • March 7, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

    These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

    By Trucking Dive staff
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    Embark to lay off 70% of workforce as it explores exit strategy

    The autonomous trucking startup is now weighing whether to close shop amid commercialization delays and market pressures.

    By March 7, 2023
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    Republic to expand electric fleet with Oshkosh deal, plans to buy more EVs by 2028

    “We need to find what the best trucks are out there, and we're gonna buy the best trucks. And so we're really encouraging the traditional OEMs to improve their truck technology,” said Republic’s EV program lead.

    By Maria Rachal • Feb. 28, 2023
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    Q&A

    Why USA Truck’s former CEO joined Kodiak Robotics

    In a wide-ranging interview, James Reed said he's placing a "career bet" on autonomous trucking.

    By Feb. 24, 2023
  • A Freightliner eCascadia at Electric Island
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    Duke Energy plans facility to accelerate fleet electrification with Daimler, Electrada

    The utility will construct a fleet charging depot connected to a microgrid outside Charlotte, North Carolina.

    By Robert Walton • Feb. 22, 2023
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    What’s ahead for the trucking industry in 2023

    Driver constraints, M&A and the need to replace aging equipment are among the issues top of mind for trucking executives.

    By Feb. 17, 2023
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    Convoy to cut jobs, close Atlanta office

    The layoffs come as the digital load board provider adjusts its customer service model and pushes profitability.

    By Feb. 17, 2023
  • A Volvo VNR Electric charges at the high-powered chargers available to fleets at TEC Equipment, Fontana.
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    Biden administration awards $7M for EV truck charging, hydrogen fueling

    The money will fund seven projects to develop medium- and heavy-duty charging and hydrogen corridors across 23 states.

    By Feb. 17, 2023
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    US Foods rolls out first wave of EV trucks

    The food distributor is planning to deploy 30 EV trucks at its La Mirada, California, distribution center by the end of 2023.

    By Feb. 16, 2023
  • A Waymo self-driving truck sits inside a conference center in Dallas in November 2022 for the Women In Trucking Association's Accelerate! Conference & Expo.
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    3 trucking tech trends to watch in 2023

    Carriers are looking for deals to adopt new tech that could help reduce costs or accelerate innovation.

    By Feb. 10, 2023
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    Volvo, Mack recall some electric trucks due to combustion risk

    Two recalls affect 180 EVs in which a cabin heater relay may fail, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

    By Feb. 7, 2023
  • Lewie Pugh, executive vice president of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, met with Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly during a visit to Washington, D.C.
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    OOIDA brings 2023 priorities to Washington lawmakers

    More truck parking, better restroom access for drivers and upcoming speed limiter regulations are among the association’s chief concerns this year.

    By Feb. 6, 2023
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    Off-hours EV truck charging deserves discounts, utility group says

    Thoughtfully designing charging rates may increase EV adoption, the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners said.

    By Robert Walton • Feb. 6, 2023
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    CH Robinson confirms more layoffs likely

    The logistics company said headcount reductions and technology investments are expected to generate more than $150 million in savings.

    By Feb. 2, 2023
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    FMCSA seeks input on AV safety documentation

    The agency is weighing whether further federal rules are warranted as the Department of Transportation pushes to reduce vehicle-related fatalities.

    By Feb. 1, 2023
  • Trucks haul shipping containers at the Port of Los Angeles.
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    California trucking groups ask ports for single appointments system

    A unified platform would lower costs and boost efficiency for drayage providers and container terminals, trucking associations in the state said.

    By Jan. 31, 2023
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    Tesla plans its first high-volume semi-truck factory

    The news comes after the EV maker delivered an order of semis to Pepsi in December.

    By Jan. 25, 2023
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    Tracker

    Trucking conferences to watch in 2023

    Trucking professionals have a host of conference options to choose from this year.

    By A.B. Brown • Jan. 23, 2023
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    Q&A

    Why Trimble spent $2B on a European logistics firm

    Improved technology and a larger customer base are among the benefits of the deal, experts said.

    By Jan. 20, 2023
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    Former USA Truck CEO James Reed joins autonomous trucking firm Kodiak

    The seasoned executive will serve as COO for the technology company as it seeks to develop its self-driving capabilities.

    By Jan. 19, 2023
  • Kylee Garnett, freight operations supervisor at XPO's Hagerstown terminal, sits at a dual-monitor computer.
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    An inside look at how XPO uses technology in its terminals and trucks

    Transport Dive toured one of the LTL carrier's largest facilities to see how it monitors its dockworkers and drivers in real time.

    By Jan. 10, 2023
  • A Nikola Tre battery-electric vehicle with a PGT Trucking logo on it.
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    PGT Trucking buys Nikola battery-electric truck, plans to lease 100 more

    The flatbed carrier’s foray into BEV trucks is an effort to align with customers’ green energy commitments, President Gregg Troian said.

    By Jan. 9, 2023
  • Fedex teams with Aurora and Paccar on autonomous trucks
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    Aurora’s AV tech reaches new milestone in pursuit of commercial launch

    The updated version of its integrated hardware and autonomy system includes the capability to respond to emergency vehicles.

    By Jan. 4, 2023
  • President Joe Biden greets American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear during an April 2022 Trucking Action Plan event on the South Lawn of the White House.
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    Q&A

    ATA leaders outline trucking’s 2023 priorities

    President Chris Spear and Chair Dan Van Alstine share their vision for the next year in an interview with Transport Dive.

    By Jan. 4, 2023