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News · Sep 2, 2022

Waymo to test autonomous semi-trucks in Arizona, Texas

Autonomous driving technology company Waymo will soon start testing self-driving semi-trucks in Arizona and Texas. -Waymo will test autonomous trucks on public freeways across Phoenix and the I-45 corridor between Dallas and Houston in the coming weeks, the company told Transport Dive on Aug. 26. -A person will sit in the driver’s seat for the testing, but it’s pursuing level 4 autonomy in which an individual isn’t required, according to the company. -This testing of the Waymo Driver platform in

Lawmakers warn on automated vehicles credit Volvo Trucks

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 22, 2019

DOT seeking comments on regs around autonomous driving

"Two agencies within the U.S. Department of Transportation are seeking public input on removing regulatory barriers to allow the integration of autonomous vehicles onto public roads". - According to article in overdriveonline.com / and its author Matt Cole Cole also wrote -" FMCSA’s notice will seek public comment on questions regarding several regulatory areas to better understand how changes to its rules can account for differences between human drivers and automated driving systems (ADS)". Re