Technology
Technology trends and news in the trucking industry
Do drivers have a future when robot trucks are the future?
At the same time as pushing the sale of robot trucks, manufacturers are adamant that drivers still have a future in the industry.
Daimler vs Tesla. Again…
Daimler Trucks are world-class business and for many, what they say about the trucking industry goes. Although, Tesla may disagree…
Is electric truck technology making progress?
Unlike light vehicles, the commercial vehicle sector has largely avoided the emissions scandal. However, there is increasing political pressure to regulate heavy-duty CO2 emissions.
Digitising the trucking supply chain
As ecommerce harnesses an increasing amount of technology, it’s no surprise that these technologies have started to make their way down the supply chain.
Renault’s 2019 models comply with CO2 emissions regs
Renault’s Euro-6 Step D-compliant drivelines for its new 2019 models deliver fuel savings compared to current generation trucks.
Does Convoy have all the answers?
Trucking is a lucrative industry and there are plenty of startups keen to get in on the action. Convoy is just one. The brainchild of two former Amazon employees, this startup uses technology to connect truck drivers with companies that need to move freight.
Are McKinsey’s predictions a bit optimistic?
At the end of last year, McKinsey painted a pretty rosy picture of autonomous trucking. The report set out the consulting firm’s forecast for the future of autonomous truck development, and its cost implications.
10-year countdown to autonomous trucks?
New research has revealed that 76% of transport companies think autonomous trucks will be a viable option within the next decade.
Where’s the proof, Elon?
Elon Musk is not afraid of grabbing the headlines. Whether he’s smoking weed on a webcast, announcing plans to make Tesla private, accusing someone of being a paedophile, or discussing his plans in outer space, it seems there’s never a dull minute with this guy around.
Trucker power comes through social
The world of social media is cut-throat. Over the years, numerous social media sites have fallen by the wayside. Many have flourished too, but even the behemoth that is Facebook has not been immune to controversy – a victim of its own success, if you will.
Seaweed-powered trucks. No, seriously…
You’d expect to find seaweed in the sea. You’re probably happy to eat it. But have you ever thought about driving a truck powered by seaweed?
Convoy testing on real routes
Whatever you think about advanced transportation technology, the tech being created by truck designers these days is certainly impressive. This advanced tech focuses not just on alternative ways to power vehicles but also how those vehicles ‘think’.
