Topic: Technology

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Tesla Completes First Fully Autonomous Delivery

June 30, 2025A new Model Y was transported from the company’s Gigafactory in Austin to a customer's residence with no human driver or remote operator involved.

Autonomous Vehicle

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DOT Streamlines Process for Autonomous Vehicles Without Traditional Controls

June 16, 2025Secretary Duffy today announced that NHTSA is accelerating the Part 555 exemption process, which allows manufacturers to deploy vehicles that lack steering wheels, brake pedals, or mirrors.

ACT News Talks Tech: BAE’s Ed Frutig on Simplifying Electrification

June 4, 2025In this edition of ACT News Talks Tech, Director of Editorial Stephane Babcock talks to Ed Frutig, Director of Business Development, Commercial Vehicles, at BAE Systems.

BAE Systems

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Legislation Aims to Accelerate Autonomous Vehicle Deployment

May 27, 2025The bill seeks to modernize certain federal safety standards and establish a cohesive national framework to support the development and deployment of AV technology.

Fleet Electrification

The Ultimate Guide to Fleet Electrification

Revolutionize your fleet operations with Electrada’s comprehensive guide to fleet electrification.

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Smart Fleet Operators Don’t Wing It with EV Battery Shipping & Logistics

May 1, 2025As fleet operators adopt EVs or transport large-format lithium-ion batteries for automakers and OEMs, they must navigate these unique challenges.

DGeo

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eTruck Update: Accelerating EV Innovation with Modular Designs, Range-Extending Solutions

April 21, 2025Building on its mission to revolutionize the commercial transport sector, eTruck, the family-owned and female-led company based in Omaha, Nebraska, is making significant strides in EV technology.

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Anti-Idling Threats

April 16, 2025While environmental concerns have traditionally driven idle reduction efforts, the financial case for minimizing idle time is more compelling than ever.

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AI

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How AI is Transforming Commercial Transportation: Reducing Emissions, Cutting Costs, and Boosting Efficiency

April 11, 2025As companies face increasing pressure to reduce emissions, cut operational costs, and optimize logistics, AI has emerged as a critical tool for achieving these goals.

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Dreams to Reality: 4 Gen Logistics Set to Achieve 100% Zero-Tailpipe Emissions

March 28, 20254 Gen is turning its sustainability dream into reality with the support of Volvo Trucks and Volvo Financial Services.

Trillium natural gas

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Cost-Effective and Sustainable Solutions for Fleets Amid Evolving Energy Needs 

March 3, 2025Often clean vehicles come with a significant price tag, but transitioning to natural gas vehicles fueled by renewable natural gas offers a cost-effective and sustainable solution.

Trillium

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Penske Truck Leasing Reduces Emissions with Solar Initiative

November 18, 2024In an effort to further reduce emissions, Penske Truck Leasing recently flipped the switch on a new state-of-the-art facility primarily powered by an onsite photovoltaic solar system.

TRC’s Neandross Discusses Future of Fleet Mobility with ExxonMobil’s Hattersley

November 6, 2024ExxonMobil's Andy Hattersley and TRC's Erik Neandross discuss key vectors of change, the barriers fleets are facing and how the wider ecosystem is evolving to meet these needs.

Charging Infrastructure

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More EV Truck Charging Infrastructure Becomes Available in Southern California

October 30, 2024EV charging infrastructure provider Voltera recently hosted a ride & drive at its Lynwood, California, site, giving local truck fleet operators a chance to see a fully operational commercial EV charging depot in action.

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Volvo Trucks, Dealer Help Owner-Operator Secure Funding for Electrification Journey

October 29, 2024Volvo Trucks and its dealer TEC Equipment recently helped Saldivar’s Trucking becoming the first independent owner-operator in the U.S. to deploy a Volvo VNR Electric truck for drayage operations at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

Charging Infrastructure

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Best Practices for Scaling and Optimizing EV Charging Infrastructure: Six Steps for Success

October 3, 2024As a result of our energy transition and transportation electrification work with private fleets and public transportation agencies, we have identified some ways to accelerate your energy and electrification transition.