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.
Aurora: Autonomous Trucks Can Reduce Risk, Insurance Costs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Autonomous trucks could help ease liability risk and alleviate rising insurance costs in the trucking industry by proactively identifying hazards and avoiding crashes.
Zoox Tests Autonomous Driving Ahead of Robotaxi Launch
Zoox is moving toward offering a driverless robotaxi service set to launch sometime next year in Las Vegas.
Elon Musk Unveils Tesla’s Cybercab
LOS ANGELES — Tesla unveiled its long-awaited robotaxi at a Hollywood studio Oct. 10, though fans of the electric vehicle maker will have to wait until at least 2026 before they are available.
CEO Says Uber Will Prioritize Autonomous Safety
Uber Technologies Inc. is prioritizing safety over profits as it develops its autonomous driving fleet, says CEO Dara Khosrowshahi.
Tesla to Finally Roll Out Robotaxi Tonight
When Elon Musk finally unveils autonomous taxi prototypes late Oct. 10, the Tesla CEO will have a lot to prove.
October 10, 2024Expert Proposes Driver’s Test for Autonomous Vehicles
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — A leading expert on autonomous vehicles is calling on the federal government to develop a national driver’s test that such vehicles would have to pass.
Gatik AI Partners With Experts for Autonomous Safety Audit
The evaluation examines multiple facets of operations, from the core self-driving component to the ecosystem of supporting services.
California Gov. Newsom Again Vetoes Autonomous Truck Bill
For the second time in a year, California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed legislation that would have required a driver to be in the cab when autonomous trucks are tested on state highways.
Waymo, Hyundai Announce Partnership on Robotaxis
Hyundai Motor Group and self-driving car company Waymo announced a new partnership to incorporate Georgia-made electric vehicles into the next generation of robotaxis.
Toyota Boosts Investment in Air Taxi Maker Joby Aviation
Toyota is boosting its investment in air taxi manufacturer Joby Aviation by $500 million to support plans for commercial production, bringing its total investment to $894 million.