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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.

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

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%.

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.

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.

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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Back from the future: Autonomous truck developer Levandowski discusses his latest self-driving truck venture

Anthony Levandowski has created an innovative aftermarket, Level 2 driver-assist system, he believes will add immediate value to the industry. Details on CCJ.

May 7, 2019

Anthony Levandowski, who early last year settled a highly publicized lawsuit with former employer Waymo, is focusing on the road ahead with a new business dubbed Pronto, which is aiming to develop an autonomous retrofit system.

Daimler announces push toward highly automated driving with majority stake in Torc Robotics

Daimler Trucks and Buses majority stake in Torc Robotics moves the company ever closer to their goal of delivering commercially viable self-driving trucks.

March 29, 2019

DTNA’s Roger Nielsen and Torc Robotics’ Michael Fleming announce the companies’ partnership to develop SAE Level 4 self-driving technology within a decade.

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Efficient document management and digitization are becoming vital to the survival strategy of motor carriers.

Digitizing paper for trucking success

Efficient document management is quickly becoming a vital survival strategy.

The toughest 15 states for lights violations, one of the 2021 Roadcheck emphases

Airflow is continuously handed down the tractor and trailer until it reaches the end, making a systematic approach to aerodynamics important.

Pete's refreshed 579 all-in on aero, tech

Tight capacity has caused spot rates to spike from already elevated levels, and contract rates are rising, leaving fleets with plenty of cash to spend on new trucks.

Fleets standing in line for new trucks as freight rates climb

Goodyear Introduces Tire Management, Improving Efficiency for Fleets

Goodyear Introduces Tire Management, Improving Efficiency for Fleets

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Take Control of Toll: How Violations Work and How to Minimize Fleet Impact

With the rapid adoption of cashless tolling across the country and the associated benefit in transponder deployment for operations and the company’s bottom line, it is now more important than ever for fleets to develop an informed toll management strategy