Transport Topics News Updates

America's Road Team Captain Paul Savill on Autonomous Test

America's Road Team Captain Paul Savill describes his experience with an active braking system and other safety features in this interview with Transport Topics Editorial Director Neil Abt. (Joseph Terry/Transport Topics)

October 18, 2016

Platooning Engagement Demonstration

Here's a demonstration of how two trucks connect wirelessly to begin platooning.

October 18, 2016

Volvo Active Driver Assist Demonstration

Fred Andersky demonstrates the Bendix Volvo Active Driver Assist feature in a stationary vehicle braking scenario.

October 18, 2016

On Fourth Attempt, Anna Basham Earns Her CDL

Last but not least, Anna Basham earned her commercial driver license on her fourth try, becoming the seventh of seven CDL or Bust students to complete the program. Interview with David Elfin of Transport Topics; more at CDLorBust.com

October 6, 2016

MCE 2016 Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

The ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially mark the opening of the exhibit hall on Oct. 2, 2016 for ATA's Management Conference & Exhibition. (Joseph Terry/Transport Topics)

October 2, 2016

Teddy Flener Jr. Earns His CDL

Teddy Flener Jr. talks with TT's David Elfin about finally passing his CDL exam. More at CDLorBust.com.

September 30, 2016

Daimler Hall Walkaround at IAA

An early-morning walkaround at the Daimler hall during the 2016 IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hanover, Germany. (Neil Abt/Transport Topics) More at TTNews.com.

September 23, 2016

CDL or Bust: Third Time the Charm for Joey Wilson Jr.

Joey Wilson Jr. became the fifth of seven CDL or Bust students to earn his CDL, passing the test on Sept. 22, 2016, while classmate Anna Basham was unsuccessful on her second bid. Interview with TT's David Elfin. More at CDLorBust.com.

September 22, 2016

CDL or Bust: Last Light Stops Wilson on Second Try

Joey Wilson Jr. recounts his second attempt at passing his commercial driver license exam with Transport Topics' David Elfin on Sept. 19, 2016. More at CDLorBust.com

September 19, 2016

LiveOnWeb: Is Natural Gas a Good Fit for Your Fleet?

T. Boone Pickens, FedEx Chairman Fred Smith and NGVA's Matt Godlewski join ATA President Chris Spear to discuss natural gas advancements in this special LiveOnWeb broadcast.

September 19, 2016