Aeva to supply LiDAR technology for Daimler autonomous trucks
Daimler Truck says it intends to integrate the LiDAR sensors directly in its production process.
Autonomous technology on the road
For middle mile stretches where driver intervention is minimal, autonomous technology is a great solution being developed by many technology companies.
C.R. England, Torc announce autonomous trucking pilot
The collaboration will serve as an expansion for Torc to support carriers in the refrigerated freight market.
Torc Robotics to acquire Algolux
The acquisition will allow Torc to utilize perception technology within its autonomous software.
Five truck trend takeaways from (FE)bruary
The month of February can be pretty uneventful. Good thing FE has you covered with some great trucking content.
Three autonomous truck aspects to start seriously considering
The automated truck conversation expands beyond the technology and into business reality.
The biggest truck technology stories of 2022
Technology is changing the way all things operate. In the world of heavy-duty trucking operations, fleets are constantly looking for ways to work smarter, not harder. Now, technology is supporting processes that are automated, instantaneous and increasingly available to the trucking industry. With all of the developments, integrations, partnerships and product advancements, looking into technology progression
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
Five truck trend takeaways from May
June marks the official start of summer, but before we jump right into the deep end, here’s a recap of some of our most popular stories we think made a big splash! So, if you’re looking for some easy reading after the long weekend, take a look at this month’s most popular stories that you
Torc Robotics opens technology, development center in Stuttgart
Torc Robotics, an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck, is opening a technology and software development center in Stuttgart, Germany. Torc Europe GmbH will tap into the available talent pool in one of Germany’s prime automotive development regions. The Stuttgart team will support the ongoing development of SAE Level 4 virtual driver for deployment in autonomous trucks
