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Afraid of autonomous trucking? Here's why you should embrace it
Richard Stocking, principal and founder at DPX Consulting and former CEO of Swift Transportation, envisions a greener, leaner autonomous future for the industry and for society.
February 10, 2021
'These are exciting times for trucking. I’m excited for the benefits autonomous trucking will provide for both our industry and the society we serve,' writes Richard Stocking, CEO and principal at DPX Consulting. Below, he details the changes he envisions looming for the industry and society when autonomous trucks become commercialized.
Business
U.S. Xpress announces investment in autonomous trucking firm
U.S. Xpress announced a "significant investment" in autonomous trucking firm TuSimple, while TuSimple announced the members of its new Executive Advisory Board. Also: A fleet announced a new company driver pay program and owner-op lease program.
January 22, 2021
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Kenworth, Peterbilt eye self-driving trucks
Paccar announced Tuesday plans to work with autonomous vehicle upstart Aurora Innovation on the development self-driving trucks.
January 19, 2021
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Fuel savings from intelligent cruise a profitable first step towards self-driving trucks
Traxen developed a new intelligent adaptive cruise system that can increase fuel efficiency by 10%. See CCJ for details of the new iQ-Cruise technology.
October 9, 2020
Traxen conducted a field test this summer that resulted in an average fuel savings of 7%.
Business
Major fleets partner with self-driving truck developer TuSimple on autonomous freight network
UPS, U.S. Xpress, Penske Truck Leasing and private fleet McLane plan to deploy TuSimple's autonomous truck tech this year. More details here on CCJ.
July 1, 2020
This year and next, TuSimple says it will operate autonomous tractor-trailers on lanes between Phoenix, Tucson, El Paso, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio in partnership with UPS, U.S. Xpress, Penske and McLane.
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Wilson Logistics to pilot automated convoy technology
New truck platooning technology will allow drivers for Wilson Logistics to log off duty while in motion.
March 4, 2020
Wilson Logistics will be pilot testing new autonomous technology from Locamation.
Business
Wild West approach to autonomy regulation isn’t working
Are government regulations hindering the implementation of autonomous trucks in the trucking industry? ATRI notes a strong correlation. Details on CCJ.
January 16, 2020
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Israeli company brings teleoperation to trucking
An Israeli company, Ottopia, has developed technology that fleets can use to operate trucks remotely.
October 2, 2019
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Trucking pioneer Gene England still rolling at 100
Eugene “Gene” England will celebrate his 100th birthday on Oct. 24. The trucking pioneer has seen the industry unfold from all vantage points.
September 23, 2019
Trucking pioneer Gene England will celebrate his 100th birthday on Oct. 24.
Business
Drivers’ jobs post-autonomy, ‘disruption in chunks’: Panel talks self-driving trucks
Self-driving truck technology developers shared their thoughts on the deployment of autonomous trucks at the FTR Transportation Conference. Learn more on CCJ.
September 23, 2019
This year and next, TuSimple says it will operate autonomous tractor-trailers on lanes between Phoenix, Tucson, El Paso, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio in partnership with UPS, U.S. Xpress, Penske and McLane.
Business
New Pronto CEO: advanced safety tech still on target
Pronto appointed a new CEO to stay focused on delivering an advanced driver safety product after one of its founders had a legal dispute with Google.
August 29, 2019
Ognen Stojanovski (left) is chief operating officer of Pronto and co-founded the company with Anthony Levandowski (middle). Robbie Miller (right) recently took over for Levandowski as CEO.
Business
Industry leaders talk future; ATA economist predicts ‘bloodbath’ next 18 months
A panel of industry executives agreed the driver shortage is the most immediate concern and were skeptical about the future of autonomous trucks.
August 28, 2019
Leaders in transportation and logistics discussed the future during a panel at the McLeod Software user conference. From left: Barry Pottle, Josh Kaburick, Bob Voltman and Bob Costello.
Business
Comment period around autonomous vehicle regs extended
FMCSA is looking input on CDL requirements for automated driving system operators, cybersecurity, hours of service requirements and more. Read more on this.
July 31, 2019
A demonstration of ZF’s Highway Driver Assist — an autonomous system that enables the truck to pilot itself in on-highway driving.
Business
A new safety layer: Pronto tech automates lane keeping, cruise control for drivers
Pronto gave CCJ a demo of its Copilot system that brings electronic steering to trucks along with adaptive cruise that rivals the technology in luxury cars.
July 26, 2019
Ognen Stojanovski (left) is chief operating officer of Pronto and co-founded the company with Anthony Levandowski (middle). Robbie Miller (right) recently took over for Levandowski as CEO.
Business
Cooltrax recognized for helping cold supply chains go ‘green’
Cooltrax recognized as a Top Green Provider for 2019 by Food Logistics. Learn more about the honor and the company's sustainability efforts here on CCJ.
June 18, 2019
Cooltrax’s product line includes a Wedge device that inserts into cargo to determine if the temperature is out of range.
Business
Remote driving start-up Starsky Robotics seeks drivers for its trucking fleet
Starsky Robotics is offering safe, experienced and well-trained truck driver opportunities for the company's 36 truck fleet of human-driven units. More on CCJ.
June 11, 2019
Last September, Starsky Robotics completed the longest end-to-end autonomous trip on record, hauling Hurricane Irma recovery aid 68 miles through Florida with a person in the cab but without their intervention.
Business
Michelin announces trial test with driverless truck upstart
Michelin plans to use Einride's autonomous vehicle, T-pod, to transport goods between its warehouse and terminal at its facilities in France. Learn more on CCJ.
June 4, 2019
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DOT to seek public input on integrating autonomous cars and trucks into U.S. roadways
Both US DOT agencies seek input to ensure that all potential approaches are fully considered when it comes to integrating autonomous vehicles onto public roads.
May 23, 2019
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