Uber Freight gets into software, promises digital 'step-change' for carriers

The company will ask carriers to put transaction data into its hands — even though fleets may see Uber Freight as a competitor.

By Emma Cosgrove • Sept. 10, 2020

Nikola, GM sign supply agreement for Class 8 fuel-cell systems, overriding previous partnership

The new memorandum of understanding does not include a GM equity stake in Nikola, nor the development of the Badger pickup truck.

By Jim Stinson • Updated Nov. 30, 2020

IIHS: Automatic braking and warning systems could cut 40% of front-end collisions

Many fleets remain reluctant to install AEB, due to concerns about unforeseen maintenance costs.

By Jim Stinson • Sept. 4, 2020

Navistar, In-Charge team up to help fleets deploy EVs

Electric trucks come with a learning curve. Fleets will have questions about maintaining the equipment and overcoming operational challenges.

By Jim Stinson • Aug. 28, 2020

NACFE: 6 places with the most potential for regional-haul electric trucks

The regions met three key criteria: freight demand in an area where air quality is of concern; adequate support regarding infrastructure and incentives; and electricity pricing. 

By Jim Stinson • Aug. 26, 2020

Hyliion, Dana to kick off truck demo through Idealease

Hyliion claims its hybrid diesel powertrain can produce savings up to 10%.

By Jim Stinson • Aug. 24, 2020

Sensors or a ruler? Why brake monitoring tech hasn't proven its ROI to fleet managers

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Brake Safety Week serves as a reminder to focus on brake safety, but high-tech diagnostics have yet to receive widespread adoption.

By Amanda Loudin • Aug. 24, 2020

Roadrunner finishes divestments in return to LTL roots

Shedding business lines reduced the company's balance sheet liabilities by about $400 million, allowing the carrier to invest in technology, lane enhancement and driver experience. 

By S.L. Fuller • Aug. 18, 2020

COVID-19 is shattering cyberattack records

One cyber firm expects 2020 to end with more than 20,000 new vulnerabilities, which it says would be a new record.

By Samantha Schwartz • Aug. 17, 2020

Anheuser-Busch to transition 180 trucks to renewable natural gas

By converting 30% of its fleet, the company will reduce emissions more than 70% compared to diesel.

By Jim Stinson • Aug. 14, 2020

5 ways archaic mobile technology increases driver turnover

"Many carriers face a revolving door of new hires, and outdated technology is a key factor in trucker dissatisfaction," the author writes.

By Gary Blohm • Aug. 13, 2020

Pandemic paradox: Businesses want more IT at lower costs, survey shows

In times of disruption, technology became the backbone that supported company operations. Now, leaders are tasked with optimizing costs.

By Roberto Torres • Aug. 10, 2020

From Knight-Swift to Rollin' B: How fleets large and small get driver buy-in on safety tech

If J.B. Hunt were to take a heavy handed approach to tech adoption, drivers wouldn't accept it, the SVP of safety, security and driver personnel said at the FMCSA Truck Safety Summit. 

By S.L. Fuller • Aug. 6, 2020

Study: Bad driving behaviors likely to happen at start, end of shifts

Samsara gave recommendations for spotting preventable driving behaviors, which can cause accidents and higher insurance claims.

By Jim Stinson • Aug. 6, 2020

FBI poses 5 questions to assess ELD security

The agency urged carriers to lower the risk of cyberattacks by asking the ELD manufacturer or supplier about its security systems.

By Jim Stinson • July 27, 2020

26% of transformation budgets grew 'dramatically' as pandemic speeds up digital

Pushed forward by disruption, trucking and other business leaders cast aside the traditional hurdles that stifled innovation.

By Roberto Torres • July 27, 2020

Home Depot leans on efficiency analysis for sustainable transport plan

The retailer's bulk freight business makes electrifying its fleet more difficult. But one company VP said electrification is looking more likely every year. 

By Emma Cosgrove • July 27, 2020

Deloitte: Transport faces $30B profit loss in 2020, but some firms could emerge stronger

Financially weak companies should focus on liquidity management, while stronger firms can use strategic investments and improve margins, Deloitte said.

By S.L. Fuller • July 24, 2020

AI begins to take the wheel in trucking, from routing to driving

The technology must prove itself in billing and routing before becoming ubiquitous through autonomous trucks.

By Jim Stinson • July 23, 2020

Schneider invests in Coyote co-founder's TMS

Schneider CEO Mark Rourke said efficiency is the key benefit of the TMS, cutting down delays and wait times at the loading dock.

By S.L. Fuller • July 22, 2020

Coyote launches AI dynamic routing tool, promising carriers consistent weekly miles and reduced deadheading

The software strings shipments together so fleets move productively, and drivers can be paid the mileage they were promised, the UPS subsidiary said.

By Jim Stinson • July 16, 2020

Navistar takes minority stake in TuSimple to produce autonomous trucks

TuSimple operates 40 autonomous trucks between California and Arizona. But it plans to showcase completely driverless automated trucks in 2021.

By Jim Stinson • July 15, 2020

XPO relies on data to help prevent workplace coronavirus spread

Findings indicate technology is being used as fervently as soap and water, in efforts to prevent spread and avoid hot spots.

By Jim Stinson • July 10, 2020

Convoy, KeepTruckin partner on ELD data sharing

The automated data sharing, which carriers voluntarily opt in to, seeks to improve real-time tracking and eliminates the need for manual driver check-in calls. 

By Morgan Forde • July 9, 2020

Prepare for the inevitable: How trucking firms protect data from cyberattacks

Trucking is a high-dollar industry with large amounts of cash or credit available — and carriers' IT infrastructure is often insufficient, one expert said.

By Heather Larson • July 6, 2020