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.
Salvation Army to Install SmartDrive Software on Entire Fleet
The Salvation Army said it will install safety monitoring and vehicle diagnostic systems, manufactured by SmartDrive, on its entire fleet.
July 16, 2007Infographic: Ryder’s Foundation for a Successful Freight Brokerage
Globally, supply chains are facing unprecedented levels of disruption. As a result, shippers and carriers are challenged more than ever to keep goods moving while remaining profitable. While most brokerages point to technology as the key to achieving success, today’s setbacks have proven that technology alone isn’t enough.
Getloaded.com Offers Cellphone-Based Service
Web-based load board Getloaded.com said Friday it will offer its core services to truckers via cell phone.
July 16, 2007ATRI, FMCSA to Host Safety Webinar
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the American Transportation Research Institute will co-host a trucking industry Webinar on Wednesday, July 25, on onboard collision warning systems.
July 16, 2007Port of Oakland to Launch GPS Tracking System
Trucking companies, owner-operators and shippers at the Port of Oakland, Calif., and Oakland’s World Trade Center will be able to track freight using Global Positioning System technology starting in about six months.
July 9, 2007DOT Inspector General Urges More SafeStat Improvements
WASHINGTON — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s safety rating system has been improved but is still not ready to return to public view, said the Department of Transportation’s inspector general.
July 2, 2007Xtra Lease Adds Trailer-Tracking Features
Trailer equipment rental and leasing firm Xtra Lease said it has added new trailer-tracking features for fleets.
June 19, 2007GE Introduces VeriWise in Mexico
General Electric said Tuesday it has introduced here its VeriWise trailer-tracking technology in Mexico.
June 12, 2007Panel Mulls Network of Truck-Only Lanes
Trucking executive Patrick Quinn proposed building a system of dedicated truck-only lanes to streamline freight movement and the idea has been “well received” by members of a U.S. commission.
June 11, 2007Opinion: Transportation Tech’s Shift to Open Systems
Hub Group Buys Intermodal Firm
Third-party logistics company and freight broker Hub Group said it will acquire the assets of Interdom Partners, an intermodal marketing company, for $26 million.
June 7, 2007