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Pittsburgh-based Aurora Innovation aims to revolutionize the trucking industry with self-driving technology.
Alphabet Inc.'s Waymo, the autonomous driving company backed by Google, has decided to shift its focus to its ride-hailing service and delay the expansion of Waymo Via, its autonomous commercial trucking arm.
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) proposal for side underride guards on newly built large trucks has led to opposing views from prominent industry bodies.
The development and implementation of autonomous vehicles (AVs) have raised questions about their safety and reliability.
The long-awaited era of flying cars may become a reality by 2025 as Tavistock Development Company plans to launch its first flying car service in central Florida.
The concept of Universal Identification Devices (UID) for trucks, proposed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in response to a petition from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), raises numerous questions.
Major truck manufacturers have made a commitment to cease the sale of new gas-powered vehicles in California by the mid-2030s.
In this article, the author strongly opposes driver-facing cameras (DFCs) in trucks, arguing that they are an invasion of privacy.
Volvo Trucks North America is partnering with the University of Minnesota to conduct extreme weather testing on its VNR Electric model.
A report by Breakthrough, a transportation management technology provider, reveals that consumer demand for sustainable products is driving shippers and carriers to adopt more eco-conscious practices.
CALSTART, a clean transportation consortium based in Pasadena, California, has launched the Cal Fleet Advisor (CFA) program to assist trucking fleets in transitioning to zero-emission vehicles.
Third-party Capacity-as-a-Service startup, Loadsmith, is making a bold move in the logistics industry by ordering a whopping 800 autonomous trucks from Kodiak Robotics.
Navistar, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy, has announced the successful outcomes of the International SuperTruck II project.
A massive search effort is currently underway in the remote North Atlantic to locate the missing Titan submersible, which carried five individuals.
Negotiators for UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) have reached an agreement to improve working conditions for UPS drivers.
The concept of Trucks-as-a-Service (TaaS) is gaining attention as a model that aims to facilitate the transition to electric trucks for fleet operators.
A new bill proposes a mandatory inclusion of AM radio in all new cars, with a requirement for disclosure if a vehicle lacks AM radio functionality.
Recently, the NHTSA has proposed the installation of underride guards on trailers to prevent passenger cars from sliding underneath them during accidents, which can cause severe injuries.
Shell's Starship big rig is a concept truck that was developed as a collaboration between Shell Lubricants and the AirFlow Truck Company.
A new study suggests that safety violations are adding to the long list of things increasing insurance costs for trucking companies.
The country’s motor carriers and independent truckers have not been shy about their opinion on the potential of a federally-mandated unique electronic identifier placed in large trucks.
Glasgow-based Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) has unveiled its new clean-sheet-designed hydrogen commercial vehicle, a 40-ton zero-emission HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle).
There are many questions being posed for automakers rallying around zero-emissions vehicles.
Tank trucks are being revolutionized by new in-cab technology meant for safety.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) approved the operation of autonomous vehicle technology created by the Swedish freight tech company Einride.
Trucks create ample airflow behind them as they billow down the highway, and manufacturers are working on perfecting the sleekest and most effective design for Class 8 tractor-trailers.
The industry is trending towards lithium-ion batteries being the answer to an all-electric fleet.
Notoriously a headache to consistently repair and replace, tires are a huge expenditure for trucking companies, small and large.
Toyota is spending $383 million on their US production of 4-cylinder combustion engines.
Nikola made waves with its hydrogen fuel cell electric semi trucks hitting North America, and Biagi Bros. Logistics showcased their new Nikolas on social media shortly after.