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News · Jun 5, 2019

Lawmakers warn of automation’s potential to replace drivers

"A U.S. Congressional committee responsible for funding federal transportation programs is calling on regulators to develop a “national strategy” to address drivers who could be displaced by autonomous vehicles (AVs)." - According to article in freightwaves.com and its author John Gallagher Gallagher also wrote - "In a report published on June 3 explaining priorities set out in the initial draft of the transportation funding bill for fiscal year 2020, the House Appropriations Committee registere

News · May 23, 2019

Going mirrorless: How soon until cameras replace traditional mirrors?

"Someday in the near future, there will be no need for mirrors on commercial trucks because they may be no drivers to look into them. But until that day, mirrors remain a key part of the safety equation for truck drivers". - According to article in freightwaves.com and its author Brian Straight Straight also wrote - "Like everything else, though, companies are using technology to change that. So-called “mirrorless trucks” are already out on the highways being tested, and the camera technology be

News · May 20, 2019

Starsky Robotics tests self-driving truck on Florida highway

"As some technology companies scale back or eliminate their self-driving programs, Starsky Robotics is pushing forward with its autonomous truck technology". -According to article in freightwaves.com and it author Clarissa Hawes Hawes also wrote - "The self-driving truck startup completed a series of road tests, with a driver behind the wheel, on a section of the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway near Tampa, Florida, during the week of May 13". Read full story HERE Source and credits : freightwaves.com