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.
Decarbonizing Your Fleet with Innovative Refrigeration Units
Unlock the future of sustainability in your refrigerated fleet operations. Explore cutting-edge transport refrigeration technology to lower emissions and ensure proper temperature-controlled cargo.
November 29, 2023Daily Briefings from Transport Topics
Transport Topics has partnered with Spoken Layer to make one-minute daily briefings available on all your smart devices. Simply say “Alexa, play Transport Topics” or “Okay Google, talk to Transport Topics” to get the day’s biggest trucking headlines.
How Fleet Operators Should Tackle EV Charging Infrastructure
A detailed guide that unpacks all of the challenges fleets need to consider when building EV charging infrastructure themselves — and how to mitigate these challenges by working with a specialized infrastructure partner.
October 27, 2023Artificial Intelligence in Cold Chain Removes Manual Probing
Quality Custom Distribution partnered with EROAD to replace the costly, unreliable process of manual temperature monitoring. The implementation of a new Artificial Intelligence-driven solution has resulted in the elimination of manual temperature checks and significant cost savings for QCD.
October 27, 2023Recruiting Top Drivers: 3 Tips From NTDC Champ Gragg Wilson
It’s no secret that driver churn is one of the biggest challenges facing the trucking industry. With demand remaining high, qualified drivers always have the opportunity to seek greener pastures — some fleets report annual turnover rates as high as 90%. More than just a scheduling headache, the constant fluctuation can be costly.
September 26, 2023Lubrication analysis leads to extended ODI, fuel efficiency
Nussbaum Transportation worked with the MobilTM Engineering team to evaluate their fleet’s oil program. After implementing a new lubrication strategy, Nussbaum was able to safely extend oil drain intervals to 75,000 miles and improve their fuel efficiency.
August 23, 2023How Business Leaders Can Speed Up IoT Deployments
Learn how these enterprises are turning to integrated IoT offerings from mobile network operators to create manageable, large-scale IoT deployments by packaging frequency band options (including 5G), account and contract streamlining, and a full slate of IoT lifecycle support services.
August 14, 2023Nussbaum takes engine performance to the next level
After implementing a new lubrication strategy, Nussbaum Transportation was able to safely extend oil drain intervals to 75,000 miles. But they didn’t stop there. Seeing these results Nussbaum also looked to improve their fuel efficiency. See how they did it.
August 9, 2023The Role of AI In Trucking Compliance
Today's artificial intelligence boasts capabilities such as predictive maintenance and automated reminders that offer fleets greater efficiency without feeling as invasive as other operations. However, no AI is perfect, and decisions often still require manual overview to finalize important actions.
July 17, 2023Logistics Excels in Cincinnati DMA
The Cincinnati region is growing in stature as a leading transportation and logistics hub. According to BE NKY, between 2015 and 2020, the transportation and logistics sector was responsible for more than 85% of all jobs created in the region. This is projected to grow 28% through 2025.
June 6, 2023Enhancing Customer Service in Supply Chain
Customer service that provides an ROI is crucial for long-term success, but new research found that 55% of organizations in the supply are unsure if their customer service drives ROI. In this report, learn how others in the industry plan to prioritize and improve customer service.
June 5, 2023