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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 […]

States Challenge FHWA’s Emission Performance Measures

States argue that they lack the necessary authority to assess such emissions. Performance measures related to emissions continue to generate debate, controversy, and legal conflicts with the Biden administration. A few months ago, it was revealed that several states were preparing a lawsuit to challenge the established provisions. Both state transportation departments and metropolitan planning […]

Summary of the Road Transport Outlook for 2024

The landscape for road transport in 2024 is complex and dynamic. As the current year comes to a close, the road transport sector stands at a crucial point of reflection and anticipation, marked by a series of significant challenges and opportunities. 2024 unfolds as a year of intricacies and innovations that could notably impact the […]

Briefs: California Extends Truck Registration Deadline, FMCSA Considers Exemptions, and Announces 2024 Fine Increases

Clean Truck Check Program, rest break exemptions and inflation-adjusted fines for 2024 California extends the registration deadline for trucks operating within its territory. On Tuesday, December 26, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced an extension of the deadline for trucks to register in the state’s Clean Truck Check program, now set until January 31, […]

Volvo’s FH Electric, Truck of the Year 2024

Volvo’s FH Electric pioneering the future of sustainable trucking Volvo Trucks’ FH Electric heavy truck was honored with the prestigious title of “International Truck of the Year for 2024” at a ceremony held during the Solutrans Transport Show in Lyon, France. This annual recognition is awarded to a truck introduced to the market in the […]

Challenges and Advancements in the Adoption of Electric Trucks in 2023

The year 2023 witnessed significant challenges and notable advancements in the adoption of battery electric trucks Throughout 2023, the adoption of battery electric trucks experienced slower growth than anticipated, facing challenges in demand and infrastructure, according to executives from original equipment manufacturers. Rakesh Aneja from Daimler Truck North America emphasized the need for technological advancements, […]

Ford to reduce production of F-150 Lighting

The EV market prices and irregularities takes a toll at the company Ford Motor Co. announced through a statement to its suppliers that the company has decided to halve the planned production volumes for its electric F-150 Lightning in 2024, due to the decline in demand for electric vehicle models. According to the statement, Ford […]