Autonomous
Autonomous technologies now drive significant change in trucking and freight transportation. Transport Topics autonomous coverage provides a comprehensive look at that change. It provides the latest details on deployment concepts such as advanced driver-assist systems, transfer hubs, teleoperations, platooning and off-road automation and latest analysis of the companies who are manufacturing, adopting and investing in these technologies. Readers can follow the impact such deployment has on everything from policy and infrastructure initiatives to highway congestion, fuel consumption, fleet management, driver management and business investment.
Cruise to Resume Testing Its Robotaxi Service in Phoenix
Cruise is preparing to resume testing its robotaxis with safety drivers in Phoenix, marking an important step in its attempts to resume service after grounding its fleet last year.
Tesla Shares Jump as Investors Buy Into Musk’s Robotaxi Hype
When Elon Musk announced late April 5 that he’ll unveil a Tesla Inc. robotaxi in August, it was a clear attempt to arrest a spiral for the once high-flying carmaker.
Kodiak Forms Autonomous Truck Council With Walmart, UPS
Kodiak Robotics launched an advisory council to bolster its efforts to commercialize autonomous trucks with the help of trucking industry leaders, the company announced March 27.
Musk Says Tesla Will Unveil Robotaxi in August
Tesla Inc. plans to unveil its long-promised robotaxi later this year as the electric carmaker struggles with weak sales and competition from low-cost Chinese EVs.
2024 TMC Photo Gallery
Photos from American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting March 4-7, 2024, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.
April 4, 2024What's That? Autonomous Trucks
As one of the most anticipated innovations in the logistics industry, autonomous trucks promise to reshape our highways, enhance efficiency, and redefine the global supply chain. But how do they work, and what makes them so pivotal?
April 1, 2024DroneUp Debuts Drop-Off, Pickup System to Kiosks
Virginia Beach, Va., drone services company DroneUp is expanding beyond the skies to build out its delivery ecosystem with a kiosk package pickup and drop-off system.
Tesla Staff Ordered to Demo Full Self-Driving Mode to Buyers
Tesla Inc. staff are now required to install and demonstrate the company’s driver-assistance technology before handing cars over to buyers in North America.
VW to Test Driverless ID Buzz Van With Passengers on Board
HANOVER, Germany — Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is to test its self-driving ID Buzz AD electric van for the first time under realistic conditions and with passengers on board.
Uber Freight Bolsters Drop-and-Hook Solution Nationwide
Uber Freight has scaled up its drop-and-hook capacity solution nationally with new freight network optimization capabilities, the company announced March 21.