Ascend, Volvo announce autonomous partnership
Ascend, a truckload carrier that offers middle-mile supply chain solutions, announced a commercial partnership with Volvo Autonomous Solutions (VAS). Ascend is the first asset-based truckload carrier to reserve capacity for VAS’s hub-to-hub autonomous transportation offering in the first lane planned for operation. Ascend Dedicated is the firm’s newest arm which is being built upon the strong foundation
The progressive process of bringing autonomous trucks to market
The automated truck driving evolution has already begun. Here’s where it’s going.
Three autonomous truck aspects to start seriously considering
The automated truck conversation expands beyond the technology and into business reality.
Volvo Group Venture Capital AB invests in the autonomous trucking technology
Waabi is developing next-generation artificial intelligence technology to solve autonomy at scale.
Peterbilt showcases advanced truck technology at CES
Peterbilt’s most advanced trucks were a CES showstopper.
A retrofittable Level 2 automated driver assistance system ride along
Automated driver assistance systems tend to get lumped together with monikers like “active lane keep assist” and “adaptive cruise control,” but the reality is that all ADAS systems have subtle operational differences that can make a big impact on a truck driver over thousands of miles. The best way to understand those differences is to
Kenworth debuts T680 Next Generation with Aurora Driver
Kenworth debuted a T680 Next Generation equipped with the Aurora Driver at the recent ATA Management Conference and Exhibition in San Diego. The truck was displayed in the Kenworth booth at the San Diego Convention Center. The prototype Kenworth T680 Next Gen provides an autonomy-enabled truck platform integrated with the Aurora Driver, a Level 4 autonomy system. The
Peterbilt rolls out its SuperTruck 2, autonomous truck at ATA MCE
Peterbilt Motors Co. showcased its advanced technology vehicles at the American Trucking Association’s (ATA) Management Conference and Exhibition (MCE) show in San Diego, Calif. It was the first time Peterbilt’s new SuperTruck II demonstrator vehicle has been seen publicly. SuperTruck II features a unique aerodynamic shape with a center drive position that improves overall visibility,
Photo Gallery: The trucking technology of ATA MCE 2022
Automated driving, electrification and truck data-driven solutions that aim to boost ROI are three of the top themes at this year’s ATA Management Conference and Exhibition (MCE). Frankly, trucking technology typically takes top billing at this event. It’s a great place to kick the metaphorical technology tires. Already at the show, I’ve taken a ride
Schneider, Torc Robotics pilot program to guide Level 4 autonomous truck development
Torc Robotics announced that Schneider and Torc are working toward implementing a pilot program utilizing Torc’s autonomous test fleet. As part of the agreement, Schneider will provide freight loads for Torc’s pilot operations and unique insights on truckload freight that will help guide the development and ongoing commercialization of autonomous trucks for long-haul applications. Additionally,
The road to self-driving trucks with Torc Robotics CEO
The automated truck driving excitement among some fleets is palpable. The automated driver assistance systems–like the currently available adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist features–that are the foundational stepping stones of automated driving technology are seeing strong adoption rates, according to OEMs. Yet, the step from Level 2 automated assistance systems to Level 4
Torc Robotics taps Daimler Truck alum as the new CEO
Daimler Truck and Torc Robotics recently announced a change in leadership at Torc that will usher in the next era of growth, product commercialization, and customer focus. Effective October 1, Dr. Peter Vaughan Schmidt, currently head of Daimler Truck’s Autonomous Technology Group, will succeed Michael Fleming as chief executive officer of Torc Robotics, an independent
