Rhode Island DOT gets environmental clearance for truck tolls

Rhode Island DOT gets environmental clearance for truck tolls

Rhode Island’s Department of Transportation (RIDOT) in December received environmental clearance for two truck electronic toll locations along Interstate 95 in southern Rhode Island. The Federal Highway Administration’s Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) means the state can proceed with installing electronic toll gantries at two locations, marking the first truck tolls in the state….

Bills in Congress Impact FMCSA Sleep Apnea Rule

This past summer, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced it would table a sleep apnea rule designed to establish sleep apnea screening policies and more consistent, specific treatment protocols for both truckers and train operators. On August 8, 2017, the FMCSA teamed up with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to announce through the Federal…

Chipmaker invests in Chinese autonomous truck technology

Chipmaker invests in Chinese autonomous truck technology

Nvidia GPU Ventures, primarily known for its gaming system microchips, has joined a Chinese social media company in investing in TuSimple, an autonomous long-distance freight delivery company. Formed in 2015, TuSimple develops technology for autonomous long-distance freight delivery. TuSimple used Nvidia technology, mixed with others, to develop its autonomous driving solution. In June, the company…

Army exploring hydrogen technology for diesel trucking applications

Army exploring hydrogen technology for diesel trucking applications

A U.S. Army demonstration using hydrogen injection technologies is improving mileage and air quality for diesel trucks, according to Commercial Hydrogen, the Army’s vendor. The original demonstration took place at Fort Hood Army Garrison in Texas in February of 2012. The test vehicle was a 2000 FL80 oil truck. The hydrogen injection system was tested…

Tech startup launches free digital freight matching service

Tech startup launches free digital freight matching service

HaulHound, a tech startup seeking to eliminate billions of dollars in inefficiencies in the logistics industry, has launched an innovative suite of features to its free online platform and mobile app for truck drivers and shippers. The new features, including instantaneous digital freight matching, come after extensive user testing and feedback. Thirty percent of trucks…