Technologies looming on the horizon, such as electric vehicles, hybrid options, fuel cells, CNG/LNG, etc. will require additional specialization.
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Report projects growing demand for RNG from transport sector
A new report from Bates White Economic Consulting predicts that both supply and demand for renewable natural gas (RNG) in the U.S. transportation sector will grow rapidly over the next five years.
The report said the use of RNG in transportation gre
FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index for March shows positive momentum
FTR’s March Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) rose two full points from February to a reading of 2.8 reflecting a continued easing of truckload and intermodal rates. The outlook is for improved shipper conditions through 2019. However, some
Electric-Powered Reefer Units Gaining Momentum
As truck manufacturers and suppliers begin to move toward electric-powered vehicles and components, the same trend is emerging for trailer refrigeration.
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Ryder Expands in Boston Area
Ryder System Inc. opened a full-service maintenance facility in Norton, Mass., reflecting the strong growth the company is experiencing in the greater Boston area.
Android’s Rise in Trucking
The mobile device revolution has dramatically altered telematics and mobile communications in the trucking industry as technology suppliers have introduced an ever-expanding array of business applications for smartphones and tablets.
Raising the Bar for Reefer Monitoring
The real-time data and telematics revolution in trucking is helping to drive a new era of innovation and improved performance in the refrigerated trucking market.
Wabco to Be Standard Supplier at Stoughton
Wabco Holdings Inc. has been selected by Stoughton Trailers to be the standard supplier for automatic slack adjusters.
A.I. Will Boost Productivity, But Needs Human Guidance
Artificial intelligence is going to boost human productivity in a thousand ways, transforming everything from transportation to health care to agriculture. But it won’t be accomplished without the human factor.