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ADAS systems encompass all kinds of systems; that's good for safety, may be tough for a diagnosis
Stability systems, braking systems, cameras and radar all require precise calibration to work at their best.
September 19, 2023
Proper maintenance critical to keeping ADAS on the mark
No matter the manufacturer, ADAS components arrive calibrated. But things can happen over the course of a truck’s lifetime that require a recalibration of the system in the shop.
September 19, 2023
Autonomous companies favor Sunbelt driverless-friendly policies as ATA pushes for universal standards
Without consistent regulations, autonomous trucking is governed by a patchwork of rules that treat passenger cars differently than commercial trucks.
September 14, 2023
Regulations
Will autonomous trucks displace drivers? Congress holds hearing on impacts
A hearing held Wednesday by the House Highways and Transit Subcommittee heard from the ATA, the autonomous trucking industry and a safety advocate on the impacts of autonomous trucks on the trucking workforce, safety and more.
September 14, 2023
Autonomous
Teamsters release policy framework for AV truck development
The framework provides policy guidance for lawmakers and regulators intended to protect workers and ensure safety of autonomous trucks. Also: ACT Research estimates half of commercial vehicles will be zero emissions by 2040; more.
September 14, 2023
Regulations
California Senate moves to ban driverless trucks
The California Senate on Monday passed AB 316, a bill that requires trained human safety operators to be inside an autonomous heavy-duty vehicle.
September 12, 2023
Equipment controls
Clarios redefines its role as a leading battery supplier
New technologies in passenger cars and commercial vehicles require the battery maker to develop systems-level approach to low-voltage power management with chemistry- and voltage-agnostic solutions.
September 5, 2023
Autonomous
AV developers integrate weather for safety, rerouting
Many trucking companies have started integrating weather data into their platforms to help prevent accidents and to reroute loads driven by humans. AV developers have started doing the same, but there are still some blind spots to consider.
August 28, 2023
Autonomous
Pilot, Kodiak Robotics open first autonomous truckport
The facility, located roughly 30 miles west of Atlanta, will be used by Kodiak to launch and land autonomous trucks and will serve as a hub for drivers to pick up and drop off first- and last-mile deliveries.
August 17, 2023
Technology
Five ways AI is transforming the trucking industry
Five areas where AI will impact the trucking industry are autonomous trucks, safety and compliance, dispatch and routing, fraud detection and prevention and workflow automations.
August 8, 2023
Maintenance
IIHS, Travelers: Truck safety improving but there's still work to be done
While the fatality rate has dropped substantially for those involved in passenger vehicle collisions with large trucks, troubling factors like distracted driving, ineffective impact guards and inconsistent maintenance practices need to be addressed.
July 11, 2023
Autonomous
Chorus grows in opposition of California's proposed driverless truck ban
More than 70 co-signers have asked California lawmakers to stop pursuit of legislation that would essentially ban driverless trucks in the state.
July 9, 2023
Autonomous
Autonomous firm TuSimple exploring possible U.S. exit
TuSimple's Board of Directors has agreed to explore possible transactions for the U.S.-based portion of its business. Also: Four indicted in deadly 2022 human smuggling attempt in trailer; ATA accepting applications for DEI award.
June 30, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA begins process to study driver interactions in Level 2 and 3 autonomous trucks
The agency is looking to evaluate how truck drivers engage with trucks equipped with different levels of autonomous technology. Also: PGT Trucking names new executive; Quality Custom Distribution expands Southwest operations.
June 28, 2023
Regulations
Proposal to mandate automatic emergency braking systems announced
NHTSA and FMCSA will jointly issue a rulemaking proposal to require AEB on new trucks with a GVWR over 10,000 pounds. Also: Load board equipping 800 trucks with autonomous tech for long runs; Volvo testing impacts of extreme heat, cold on electric trucks.
June 23, 2023
Autonomous
8 state DOTs collaborate to launch autonomous forum
Connecticut, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia launched AccelerateAV.org Thursday.
June 20, 2023
Autonomous
Autonomous tech firm Embark to be acquired
Applied Intuition has agreed to acquire Embark for approximately $71 million. Also: PGT Trucking hauling low-greenhouse-gas steel in zero-emission truck; Navistar launches new technician skills competition, announces first winners.
May 30, 2023
Autonomous
C.R. England sees top drivers beating autonomy on fuel economy
C.R. England, which recently announced that it's entering two autonomous truck pilots, is betting that its best drivers will beat artificial intelligence when it comes to conserving fuel.
May 22, 2023
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