Self-driving truck

TuSimple and AEye Partner to Deploy Long-Range LiDAR for Autonomous Trucking

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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AEye, Inc. (AEye), the global leader in adaptive, high-performance LiDAR solutions, today announced a development partnership with global self-driving technology company, TuSimple .

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  • AEye, Inc. (AEye), the global leader in adaptive, high-performance LiDAR solutions, today announced a development partnership with global self-driving technology company, TuSimple .
  • TuSimple selected AEye as a development partner based on AEye LiDARs extreme long-range performance, impressive weather capabilities, and its ability to address the most challenging autonomous trucking situations.
  • TuSimple has the worlds most advanced autonomous driving system, with the industrys best long-range perception, said Chuck Price, Chief Product Officer at TuSimple.
  • We look forward to a rich partnership with TuSimple, deploying the next generation of autonomous solutions for the trucking industry.

Plus Wins RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award for its Autonomous Driving Technology for Semi Trucks

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Trucking, Technology, Transport, Logistics, Supply chain management, Other Technology, Hardware, Robotics, Automation, Self-driving car, Robot, Technology, Self-driving truck, Articles, Science and technology

Plus (formerly Plus.ai), a global provider of self-driving truck technology, announced today that it has won the 2021 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award for its driver-in, supervised autonomous driving system, PlusDrive.

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  • Plus (formerly Plus.ai), a global provider of self-driving truck technology, announced today that it has won the 2021 RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award for its driver-in, supervised autonomous driving system, PlusDrive.
  • With this years RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards, Robotics Business Review highlights those critical innovations, and the organizations responsible for them, that will spur the development of new robotics solutions and drive robotics adoption forward.
  • Shawn Kerrigan, COO and Co-founder at Plus, commented: We are honored to be among the fifty companies in the world to win the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Award this year.
  • Plus is developing low-cost, high-performance full-stack Level 4 autonomous driving technology to make long-haul trucking safer, more efficient, and more sustainable.

Bridgestone Invests in Kodiak Robotics Autonomous Long-Haul Trucking Technology Company

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) today announced it has made a minority investment in Kodiak Robotics , a leading U.S.-based self-driving trucking company.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) today announced it has made a minority investment in Kodiak Robotics , a leading U.S.-based self-driving trucking company.
  • This investment will enable Bridgestone and Kodiak to work together to co-develop advanced mobility solutions with speed and precision that will revolutionize commercial trucking."
  • "After an extensive diligence process, Bridgestone has chosen Kodiak as an autonomous trucking partner," said Don Burnette, Co-founder and CEO, Kodiak Robotics.
  • Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 to develop autonomous technology that carries freight forwardso people, partners, and the planet thrive.

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

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
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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.

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  • 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.

Former National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Executive Joins Locomation Team

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
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PITTSBURGH, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Locomation, the world's first trucking technology platform to offer human-guided autonomous convoying, announced today that Sean Rushton, the former Communications Director at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, will lead the firm's Corporate Communications.

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  • PITTSBURGH, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Locomation, the world's first trucking technology platform to offer human-guided autonomous convoying, announced today that Sean Rushton, the former Communications Director at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, will lead the firm's Corporate Communications.
  • "We are pleased to have Sean join Locomation to help us convey our unique story," said company co-founder and CEO Dr. etin Merili.
  • "This is a critical moment in the company's journey as we begin deploying our first phase, Autonomous Relay Convoys (ARC), on the development path to fully autonomous trucks."
  • "I'm delighted to join Locomation which has established a clear, practical path towards near-term implementation of its autonomous trucking technology," Rushton said.

Self-Driving Coalition Announces New Board Members Embark and Aurora

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
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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.

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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.

Kodiak Robotics and SK Inc. Partner to Bring Autonomous Trucking to Asia's $1.5 Trillion Freight Market

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Automation, Robotics, Self-driving cars, Self-driving truck, Kodiak, Robot, Technology, Science and technology, Articles

As part of the relationship, SK will work with Kodiak to seek new business opportunities that utilize Kodiak's self-driving technology.

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  • As part of the relationship, SK will work with Kodiak to seek new business opportunities that utilize Kodiak's self-driving technology.
  • Kodiak will look to leverage SK'sproducts, components and technology for its autonomous system, including artificial intelligence microprocessors and advanced emergency braking systems.
  • We look forward to working with Kodiak to make autonomous trucking a reality around the globe."
  • Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 to develop autonomous technology that carries freight forwardso people, partners, and the planet thrive.

TuSimple, Giumarra and AWG Join Forces to Move Fresh Produce Using Autonomous Trucks

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Self-driving truck, Automation, Technology, Navistar International, Truck, Self-driving car, Freshness, Science and technology, Companies

b'SAN DIEGO, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- TuSimple today announced a revolutionary new logistics project in the fresh produce industry.

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  • b'SAN DIEGO, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- TuSimple today announced a revolutionary new logistics project in the fresh produce industry.
  • "Given the fact that autonomous trucks can operate nearly continuously without taking a break means fresh produce can be moved from origin to destination faster, resulting in fresher food and less waste.
  • Founded in 2015, TuSimple is developing a commercial-ready Level 4 (SAE) fully autonomous driving solution for long-haul heavy-duty trucks.
  • Visit us at www.tusimple.com .\nThe Giumarra Companies is a leading international network of fresh produce growers, distributors, and marketers that encompasses a world of freshness.

Embark Welcomes HP Inc. Into Its Partner Development Program to Pioneer Commercial Self-Driving Freight Deployment

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Thursday, May 13, 2021
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HP will play a critical role in testing self-driving truck technology in a real-world commercial setting, as well as providing data and feedback to Embark as it expands the PDP.

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  • HP will play a critical role in testing self-driving truck technology in a real-world commercial setting, as well as providing data and feedback to Embark as it expands the PDP.
  • "Embark is excited to work with HP to prepare their carrier network to operate Embark self-driving trucks.
  • Self-driving freight will inevitably help large shippers like HP bring additional speed and efficiency into their supply chains.
  • Embark was founded in 2016 and is backed by leading investors including Tiger Global, Sequoia Capital, DCVC, and Y Combinator.\n'

TuSimple and Navistar Receive 6,775 Reservations for Fully Autonomous International LT Series Trucks

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Monday, May 10, 2021
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The self-driving trucks will be equipped with TuSimple\'s advanced autonomous driving system and manufactured by Navistar beginning in 2024.

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  • The self-driving trucks will be equipped with TuSimple\'s advanced autonomous driving system and manufactured by Navistar beginning in 2024.
  • "\nTuSimple and Navistar previously announced a strategic partnership to co-develop L4 autonomous heavy-duty trucks.
  • "\nToday, TuSimple\'s Autonomous Freight Network (AFN) operates a fleet of 50 L4 autonomous trucks across the states of Arizona, New Mexico and Texas.
  • Founded in 2015, TuSimple is developing a commercial-ready Level 4 (SAE) fully autonomous driving solution for long-haul heavy-duty trucks.