Tom QuimbyBattery electricElectric fleets can benefit from vehicle-to-grid tech but challenges remainSelling unused energy from an EV battery back to a utility, particularly one starved for energy during peak use times, sounds like a promising notion. Pilots are underway to better determine viability while challenges remain.September 30, 2022Technician trainingShops would do well to focus on culture when hiring young techs, Votech officials sayA paycheck isn't everything. Votech officials explain how shops would do well to consider not only pay but their workplace culture as today's diesel tech students carefully consider their options with smart phones in hand.September 27, 2022Alternative powerSummer growing pains for EV faithful in California and TexasAs rising energy costs and summer grid constraints create concerns around EV expansion, California and Texas can provide some important lessons moving forward.September 22, 2022Asset tracking & managementXPO Connect delivers growth with a human touchXPO Connect has reached over 800,000 downloads as it continues to draw more carriers and shippers together who are eager to take advantage of the digital platform's freight efficiency functions — but digital truck brokering isn't for everyone.September 20, 2022TechnologyOhio carrier deploys app to offer drivers more visibility to payOhio-based ContainerPort Group has driven up recruiting and retention rates with a more driver-centric approach that includes a new app.September 19, 2022Battery electricWireless truck charging 'cheaper and safer' than plugging inWireless EV charging, which has been used successfully on electric buses, is gaining support for Class 8 electric truck charging mostly because it's more convenient and requires less maintenance than a corded charger.September 15, 2022Technician trainingNew diesel techs rely more on Google, less on trainingWith smartphones in hand, aspiring diesel technicians are quickly finding their best opportunities online in a hot market clamoring for their attention, but wrenching skills for some compared to rookie techs ten years ago may be lacking.September 13, 2022Test DrivesAll-electric Kenworth T680E delivers a smooth, powerful rideThe Kenworth T680E is easy to drive and delivers a better experience in terms of acceleration, handling and braking over its diesel counterpart.September 1, 2022Alternative powerHyliion Hypertruck ERX getting big improvements in fuel efficiency and emissions with GE generatorHyliion CEO Thomas Healy anticipates seeing up to a 20% increase in fuel efficiency in the Hypertruck ERX and ultra low emissions 'on par with fuel cell' thanks to a new high-tech generator from GE.August 25, 2022Outlook and BenchmarkingDeclining fuel prices threatened as OPEC hits 'a tough spot,' IRA imposes oil tax and refineries cash in on renewable dieselFuel prices have been dropping but experts warn that it may not last for long as OPEC considers cutting production and the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act gears up for an oil tax.August 24, 2022Previous PagePage 11 of 38Next PageTop StoriesCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyThe trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.BusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesBusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
