FERNRIDE, the pioneer in human-assisted autonomous electric trucking, has successfully raised $31 million in Series A funding. This funding aims to bolster FERNRIDE’s position as a leader in the global autonomous trucking industry. What’s Happening FERNRIDE, the front-runner in autonomous,…
TuSimple Holdings, a global leader in autonomous driving technology, obtains a fully driverless testing license in Shanghai’s Pudong New Area. The move paves the way for Level 4 autonomous truck testing in China. What’s Happening TuSimple has announced that it…
Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.) intensifies its North American presence with a new Texas base, preparing for the commercialization of hub-to-hub autonomous transport that promises to redefine the freight industry. What’s Happening Volvo Autonomous Solutions is advancing its foothold in North…
Luminar and Plus announce a strategic partnership that aims to propel autonomous driving and safety technologies for commercial vehicle manufacturers, utilizing Luminar’s lidar and Plus’s AI-enhanced driver assist software. What’s Happening Luminar, a global leader in automotive technology, and Plus,…
TuSimple Holdings begins Level 4 autonomous truck testing in Japan, potentially revolutionizing the nation’s freight industry with its AI technology. The move addresses Japan’s driver shortage issue, positioning TuSimple as a leader in autonomous vehicle technology. What’s Happening TuSimple, a…
Perrone Robotics pioneers a new era in autonomous mobility by integrating GPT AI technology into its MAX Robotics Operating System, significantly enhancing the capabilities, safety, and efficiency of autonomous vehicles. What’s Happening Perrone Robotics, a recognized leader in autonomous vehicle…
What’s Happening Einride, a freight mobility company that provides digital, electric and autonomous technology, today announced a collaboration with the UAE Government to fast track the region to sustainable shipping. The signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will look to deploy…
What’s Happening In a significant development in the autonomous vehicle industry, Applied Intuition, Inc., a leading provider of software and tooling for autonomous vehicle development, has revealed its intention to acquire autonomous trucking software firm, Embark Technology, Inc. The companies…
What’s Happening Digital freight network leader Convoy has announced a strategic partnership with Volvo Autonomous Solutions (V.A.S.), a global powerhouse in autonomous transport solutions. The collaboration aims to secure autonomous freight capacity for customers on select routes in Texas once…
What’s Happening Innoviz Technologies Ltd., an industry-leading provider of high-performance automotive-grade LiDAR sensors and perception software, has disclosed its plans to extend the use of InnovizTwo LiDAR in an ongoing light commercial vehicle program. This is part of an accelerated…
What’s Happening TuSimple, a leader in autonomous driving technology, is overhauling its U.S. operations in response to current market conditions. The company, in a bid to enhance its technological maturity and maintain financial stability, plans a 30% cut to its…
What’s Happening EASE Logistics, a Columbus, Ohio-based company, is pioneering a revolutionary change in the transportation industry by rolling out automated driving systems that promise to transform road safety. The firm, which has recently gained distinction as the topmost transportation…
What’s Happening Mobileye, an autonomous vehicle technology company, and MAN Truck & Bus, a leading bus manufacturer, announced a partnership today to venture into the realm of autonomous public transit. They plan to incorporate cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology into MAN’s…
What’s Happening Komatsu Ltd. and Toyota Motor Corporation are launching a joint project to create an Autonomous Light Vehicle (ALV) that operates on Komatsu’s Autonomous Haulage System (AHS). This venture aims to enhance safety and productivity in mining operations through…
What’s Happening Torc Robotics, a Daimler Truck AG subsidiary, is collaborating with premier transportation company C.R. England to launch a pilot program integrating C.R. England’s temperature-controlled loads with Torc’s SAE Level 4 autonomous test trucks for long-haul applications. This partnership…
What’s Happening TuSimple, a leading autonomous driving technology company, has announced the successful completion of a safety audit by TÜV SÜD, a renowned certification body for safety and security in the autonomous vehicle industry. According to the report, TuSimple’s test…
What’s Happening Aurora Innovation, Inc. and Hirschbach Motor Lines, Inc., a frontrunner in refrigerated trucking, have revealed that they have embarked on a commercial pilot project this week. The pilot aims to test and safely introduce autonomous trucking for refrigerated…
What’s Happening Zero-emission medium-duty commercial electric vehicle (EV) provider Lightning eMotors, Inc., and autonomous vehicle (AV) software company STEER Tech have unveiled a pioneering partnership. The collaboration will be aimed at equipping Lightning’s EVs with autonomous capabilities, thereby enhancing their…
What’s Happening Kodiak Robotics, a leading player in the autonomous trucking industry, has announced the introduction of the first-ever autonomous electric Class 8 truck. The company plans to outfit a Peterbilt Model 579EV electric truck with its proprietary self-driving technology,…
What’s Happening Bosch, the global leader in mobility solutions, is joining forces with Plus, the industry-leading autonomous trucking developer, to bring software-defined commercial trucks to the market. Under a new technological agreement, Plus’s PlusDrive solution will be combined with Bosch’s…