Vehicular automation

Locomation and PGT Trucking Inc. Agree To Deploy Autonomous Relay Convoy

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
Automation, Technology, Science and technology, Motor vehicles, Self-driving cars, Self-driving truck, Trucking industry in the United States, Vehicular automation, Carnegie Mellon University, Truck

PITTSBURGH, June 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Locomation, the world's first technology platform to offer human-guided autonomous truck convoying, today announced a multi-year agreement with PGT Trucking Inc., a leader in flatbed transportation, to deploy Locomation autonomous truck technology for use on PGT Trucking routes.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, June 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Locomation, the world's first technology platform to offer human-guided autonomous truck convoying, today announced a multi-year agreement with PGT Trucking Inc., a leader in flatbed transportation, to deploy Locomation autonomous truck technology for use on PGT Trucking routes.
  • During the eight-year agreement, PGT Trucking will deploy 1,000 Autonomous Relay Convoy (ARC) systems on over 30 separate ARC segments.
  • "We've built our ARC technology and network strategy to leverage the value of long-established trucking routes and systems, and PGT Trucking is a great fit for operating a supply chain custom built for autonomous trucks."
  • Locomation is a Pittsburgh-based autonomous trucking technology company founded in 2018 by some of the world's foremost experts in autonomous vehicles, robotics, and artificial intelligence from Carnegie Mellon's National Robotics Engineering Center, along with trucking industry leaders.

Beep Launches Yellowstone's First Autonomous Shuttles with Local Motors

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
Automation, Transport, Vehicles, Automotive safety, Control engineering, Driving, Vehicular automation, Local Motors, Strati, Self-driving car, Beep

(The Electric Driverless Demonstration in Yellowstone), in partnership with Local Motors, a leader in the design and manufacturing of autonomous vehicles.

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  • (The Electric Driverless Demonstration in Yellowstone), in partnership with Local Motors, a leader in the design and manufacturing of autonomous vehicles.
  • "The project at Canyon Village is a testament to the strong partnership between Local Motors and Beep to deploy electric autonomous vehicles.
  • Both routes will deliver a safe, unique rider experience onboard the world's first 3D-printed autonomous vehicle, Olli by Local Motors.
  • For more information, or to schedule a briefing with senior Beep and Local Motors executives, contact [email protected] .

New Automated Trucking Event – Only at AUVSI

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Automation, Automotive safety, Driving, Vehicular automation, Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International, Truck, Rail freight transport, Transport, Technology, Science and technology

The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) recently announced that it will host a new, one-of-a-kind virtual conference focused on automated trucking July 7-8, 2021.

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  • The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) recently announced that it will host a new, one-of-a-kind virtual conference focused on automated trucking July 7-8, 2021.
  • The Automated Freight Summit (AFS) will explore critical policy questions around the continued deployment of automated freight, and both days will feature panel discussions on topics including:
    Public perception of automated freight;
    The future role of the truck driver or operator;
    How the public safety community interacts with automated trucks;
    All-star states who have put in the effort to safely deploy this technology;
    How to insure automated trucks;
    How safety is defined in the context of heavy-duty automated vehicles; and
    The broader societal impacts of automated freight, including environmental benefits and increased supply chain resiliency.
  • Click here to register for this free event.
  • Dont miss the Automated Freight Summit an event you can find only at AUVSI.

Genesis Selects TomTom Maps and Traffic to Power Models in Europe

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Motor vehicles, Cars, Transport, Automation, Advanced driver assistance systems, Satellite navigation, TomTom, Sedans, Genesis Motor, Vehicular automation, Genesis, Adaptive cruise control

The Genesis G80 and GV80, which hit European roads this summer, will become the first-ever Genesis models to use TomToms maps to support built-in navigation, smart cruise control and other advanced automated driving functions.

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  • The Genesis G80 and GV80, which hit European roads this summer, will become the first-ever Genesis models to use TomToms maps to support built-in navigation, smart cruise control and other advanced automated driving functions.
  • Genesis models are equipped with the highest standard of automation technology, made even safer thanks to the TomTom ADAS Map.
  • Genesis models in Europe will use the enriched information from TomToms ADAS Map to support cutting-edge automated driving features like Smart Cruise Control and Highway Driving Assist II.
  • Its fantastic that Genesis has chosen TomTom to power the infotainment system of future models.

Local Motors partners with door2door for joint development of autonomous shuttle ridepooling and analytics software

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Automation, Control engineering, Robotics, Automotive safety, Driving, Vehicular automation, Local Motors, Self-driving car, Simulation, Transport, Land transport

CHANDLER, Ariz., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Motors, a leader in the design and manufacturing of autonomous vehicles, announced today, they've reached a strategic agreement with door2door, a leading Berlin-based mobility software, and technology company, to develop ride-pooling software for Local Motors' electric autonomous vehicle, Olli 2.0.

Key Points: 
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Motors, a leader in the design and manufacturing of autonomous vehicles, announced today, they've reached a strategic agreement with door2door, a leading Berlin-based mobility software, and technology company, to develop ride-pooling software for Local Motors' electric autonomous vehicle, Olli 2.0.
  • door2door's mobility analytics software will determine optimal parameters for mobility operators to run autonomous shuttles, supporting transit planners with simulations and demand/supply analysis.
  • In order to fully optimize the joint autonomous shuttle service, door2door's pooling algorithms will allow for shared rides.
  • "The partnership with door2door is an important step for Local Motors as we expand operations in Europe.

Local Motors partners with door2door for joint development of autonomous shuttle ridepooling and analytics software

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Automation, Control engineering, Robotics, Automotive safety, Driving, Vehicular automation, Local Motors, Self-driving car, Simulation, Transport, Land transport

CHANDLER, Ariz., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Motors, a leader in the design and manufacturing of autonomous vehicles, announced today, they've reached a strategic agreement with door2door, a leading Berlin-based mobility software, and technology company, to develop ride-pooling software for Local Motors' electric autonomous vehicle, Olli 2.0.

Key Points: 
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Motors, a leader in the design and manufacturing of autonomous vehicles, announced today, they've reached a strategic agreement with door2door, a leading Berlin-based mobility software, and technology company, to develop ride-pooling software for Local Motors' electric autonomous vehicle, Olli 2.0.
  • door2door's mobility analytics software will determine optimal parameters for mobility operators to run autonomous shuttles, supporting transit planners with simulations and demand/supply analysis.
  • In order to fully optimize the joint autonomous shuttle service, door2door's pooling algorithms will allow for shared rides.
  • "The partnership with door2door is an important step for Local Motors as we expand operations in Europe.

Faction Raises $4.3M to Develop Light EV Driverless Fleets

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Other Transport, Technology, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Automotive, General Automotive, Transport, Other Technology, Alternative energy, Energy, Automation, Land transport, Transport, Automotive safety, Driving, Vehicular automation, Car, Electric vehicle, Control engineering

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210602005051/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210602005051/en/
    Faction T1 Cargo + Rider Prototypes (Photo: Business Wire)
    Faction is aiming at both micro-logistics and ride-on-demand with a right-sized approach to driverless fleets.
  • Deploying safety-forward driverless vehicles at scale requires developing from the chassis up, said Faction CEO, Ain McKendrick.
  • As a technology company, Faction is partnering with manufacturers of light electric vehicles to scale operational fleets and the company will be announcing the first customer trials later this year.
  • Faction is a Silicon Valley startup that develops driverless solutions based on light electric vehicles.

Self-Driving Coalition Announces New Board Members Embark and Aurora

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Self-driving cars, Technology, Motor vehicles, Science and technology, Self-driving truck, Waymo, Uber, Nuro, Argo AI, Lyft, Vehicular automation, Zoox

WASHINGTON, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Self-Driving Coalition dedicated to working with lawmakers, regulators and the public to realize the safety and societal benefits of autonomous vehicles (AVs) announced today that Aurora and Embark have joined the Coalition's Board of Directors.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Self-Driving Coalition dedicated to working with lawmakers, regulators and the public to realize the safety and societal benefits of autonomous vehicles (AVs) announced today that Aurora and Embark have joined the Coalition's Board of Directors.
  • Both Embark and Aurora became members in 2020, and their addition to the Board stands to strengthen the Coalition's position as the leading organization representing all facets of the AV industry, including automotive, technology, delivery, and long-haul trucking.
  • The current Board includes Ford, Volvo and Waymo, and the broader Coalition brings together a wide variety of top AV companies including Argo AI, Cruise, Kodiak, Lyft, Motional, Nuro, Uber, TuSimple and Zoox.
  • Embark is excited to join the Board and continue to work alongside the Coalition to promote the broad deployment of autonomous trucks on American roadways," said Jonny Morris, Head of Public Policy and Communications at Embark.

SqwaQ Invites M&A Meetings Seeking Partner Opportunity

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Technology, Science and technology, Emerging technologies, Articles, Robotics, Ambient intelligence, Digital technology, Internet of things, Technology assessment, Robot, Vehicular automation, Unmanned aerial vehicle

The company seeks acquisition by a major stakeholder serving mobile Industrial IoT or robotics technology for autonomous vehicles.

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  • The company seeks acquisition by a major stakeholder serving mobile Industrial IoT or robotics technology for autonomous vehicles.
  • The company has field proven its proprietary, multi-redundant communications technology with multiple large companies including drones/UAS, ground logistics robots, and autonomous vehicles serving agriculture, OTR trucking and construction.
  • That level of redundancy and reliability is also important to ground based robotic vehicles as well.
  • SqwaQ positioned to be the "Intel Inside" for Industrial IoT and robotics customers.

DRONEDEK Delivering on Promise of Smart Mailbox

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Emerging technologies, Technology, Articles, Science and technology, Automation, Robotics, Uncrewed vehicle, Vehicular automation, Robot, Unmanned aerial vehicle

"We are consolidating all delivery to one point, including robotic, unmanned-driverless vehicle, aerial drone and conventional delivery, with our platform-agnostic safe, secure, smart mailbox," said founder and CEO Dan O'Toole .

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  • "We are consolidating all delivery to one point, including robotic, unmanned-driverless vehicle, aerial drone and conventional delivery, with our platform-agnostic safe, secure, smart mailbox," said founder and CEO Dan O'Toole .
  • Along unveiling its first unit upon request, DRONEDEK will offer demonstration opportunities to interested media and drone tech supporters in Hamilton and Marion counties in Indiana in July.
  • DRONEDEK was issued its first patent in 2017 and its second patent for its smart mailbox in 2019 .
  • To partner with DRONEDEK or to learn more please visit DRONEDEK or call 317.694.7520.