Topic: Trucking

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Embark and U.S. Xpress Partner to Add Nationwide Terminal Network for Autonomous Transfer Point Operations

May 6, 2022 · Embark Trucks says U.S. Xpress has joined its partner development program and will add its fleet properties to Embark's transfer point network for autonomous trucks.

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Locomation Report Shows Reduction of CO2 in Vehicles Using Autonomous Relay Convoy System

April 13, 2022 · Locomation released a new report from Boundless Impact Research and Analysis highlighting the potential environmental benefits of its Autonomous Relay Netowrk.

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Kodiak Robotics Partners With U.S. Xpress for Autonomous Trucking Deliveries from Dallas-Fort Worth to Atlanta

April 8, 2022 · Kodiak Robotics and U.S. Xpress said round-the-clock service between Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta will demonstrate the real-world advantages of autonomous trucking.

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Aurora and Werner Launch Commercial Pilot to Autonomously Haul Freight in Texas

April 7, 2022 · This week, Aurora Innovation announced a partnership with trucking logistics company Werner Enterprise to have its self-driving technology installed on a number of hauling trucks.

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Christenson Transportation Picks Locomation to Deploy Autonomous Truck Service

March 24, 2022 · Locomation has signed an eight-year partnership with Christenson Transportation to boost its fleet capacity with Locomation's autonomous trucking technology.

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Waymo and J.B. Hunt Expand Autonomous Freight Testing in Texas

January 17, 2022 · Waymo Via, which is developing Class 8 self-driving trucks, and J.B. Hunt, one of the largest supply chain providers in North America, are building on successful trials.

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US Foods keeps truck fleet clear in winter

December 13, 2021 · Plow assembly helps keep snow off trailer roofs, increasing safety and eliminating fines.

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Aeva Develops 4D Lidar to Help Bring Autonomous Trucks to Market

December 4, 2021 · Supply chain problems including a shortage of truck drivers have led to keent interest in autonomous trucks. Aeva says its 4D lidar could help bring autonomous trucks to market sooner.

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Locomation’s Autonomous Trucks Could Save Millions in Fuel, Operating Costs, Finds Independent Study

November 22, 2021 · From safety to environmental sustainability, Locomation says its Autonomous Relay Convoy can improve on conventional trucking. A new Boundless Impact study has found potential savings.

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Einride Rolls Into U.S. Shipping Market With Remote Truck Driver, New Products, and New York HQ

November 5, 2021 · Einride has hired its first remote truck driver as part of its expansion in the U.S. The Swedish digital shipping provider is also releasing customized hardware and software.

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Einride and GE Appliances Announce First Electric, Autonomous Truck Fleet in the U.S.

November 1, 2021 · As part of its $1 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing and distribution, GE Appliances is working with Einride to bring the autonomous pods to U.S. corporate campuses.

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Goodyear Invests in Gatik, to Collaborate on Autonomous Middle Mile Trucking

September 28, 2021 · Self-driving middle-mile logistics provider Gatik will integrate investor Goodyear's SightLine tire intelligence technology for more efficient stopping and pressure monitoring.

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Inceptio Technology Raises $270M Series B for Autonomous Truck Development

August 3, 2021 · Inceptio, which has been working with Chinese OEMs on autonomous heavy-duty trucks, plans to use its latest funding to further develop its ruggedized technology.

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TuSimple Teams Up With Ryder to Expand Autonomous Trucking in Southern U.S.

July 29, 2021 · TuSimple is working with Ryder to identify fleet maintenance facilities that can serve as terminals for its Autonomous Freight Network, enabling self-driving trucks nationwide.

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Outrider Offers Autonomous Tractor-Trailer Hitching Capability

July 27, 2021 · Outrider, which provides automation for yard trucks, said it is the first company to offer advanced, automated tractor-trailer hitching capabilities.

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Autonomous Vehicle Developer Aurora Innovation to Enter $1B SPAC Merger, Be Publicly Listed

July 16, 2021 · Aurora said it expects to have $2.5 billion in cash upon closure of the transaction, and it plans to launch its first autonomous driving product by the end of 2023.

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Embark Trucks to Raise $614M, Go Public Through SPAC Merger

June 23, 2021 · Embark Trucks, which provides autonomous software to U.S. trucking market, will be valued at $4.55 billion, and former Secretary of Transportation and Labor Elaine Chao is joining its board.

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Amazon in Talks to Buy Stake in Autonomous Truck Startup Plus

June 22, 2021 · Amazon reportedly has placed an order for 1,000 autonomous driving systems from self-driving truck technology startup Plus and is in talks to buy a stake of as much as 20%.

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Waymo and J.B. Hunt Collaborate for Autonomous Freight Testing in Texas

June 14, 2021 · The Waymo Driver will power a Class 8 autonomous truck to haul freight between facilities in Houston and Fort Worth, Texas, as J.B. Hunt Transport Services evaluates the technology's potential.

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Kodiak Robotics Partners With SK to Bring Autonomous Trucking to $1.5T Asian Freight

June 3, 2021 · Kodiak Robotics, which has been operating autonomous trucks in Texas, will use components from South Korea-based SK as it enters the Asian market for freight and fleet management services.

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