Tag: autonomous transportation

10 unanswered questions about Autonomous Trucks

Technology is advancing faster than laws, and some issues remain unclear. What happens if they crash? Who is responsible? How are they protected from cyberattacks? How will they handle roads where people drive poorly? Autonomous trucks promise to revolutionize the freight transport industry by reducing costs and increasing efficiency. However, their implementation raises multiple questions […]

Is the autonomous vehicle industry still here?

Recapping the current state of autonomous vehicle development and deployment Much has been talked about in the last year about the future of the industry, especially with the introduction of autonomous trucks into the market. Although these vehicles are still in development and testing stages, exploring their advantages and understanding the current state of this technology will give […]

Waymo introduces robotaxis in Los Angeles

The authorization allows Waymo to deploy and charge for autonomous taxi rides in Los Angeles for the first time. On March 1st, the California Public Utilities Commission authorized Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., to expand its robotaxi services to Los Angeles and cities in the peninsula south of San Francisco. The authorization allows Waymo […]

Autonomous trucks: the promise and controversy of the future

The integration of autonomous trucks into our transportation landscape sparks both anticipation and skepticism. Despite objections, three emerging companies—Aurora Innovation, Kodiak Robotics, and Gatik AI—are seeking to deploy autonomous trucks on Texas roads, bypassing the need for safety drivers. These companies, backed by extensive testing, employ software and various sensors, including cameras, radar, and lidar. […]

Aurora and Continental conclude first stage toward large-scale autonomous transportation

With plans to commence production in 2027, this partnership lays the foundation for the development of the world’s first scalable autonomous transportation system. Continental and Aurora Innovation, in an exclusive collaboration, have successfully concluded the initial phase of designing the Aurora Driver, a Level 4 autonomous driving system according to the SAE standard. With plans […]