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technology-automotive2 years ago

"Aurora and Continental Complete Design for Autonomous Truck Fleet"

Aurora Innovation has completed the design and architecture of its Aurora Driver, a self-driving technology for semi trucks, in partnership with Continental. They plan to start production in 2027, with a few driverless trucks expected to be deployed by the end of 2024. The company aims to scale up to thousands of trucks within three years and has existing deals with Volvo and Paccar. Despite challenges faced by the autonomous vehicle industry, Aurora is taking a conservative approach to commercialization, focusing on building and testing prototypes and ensuring a reliable fallback system. Aurora and Continental will also develop a service playbook for customers.

via The Verge|
#aurora-innovation#autonomous-technology#autonomous-vehicles
technology2 years ago

California Governor Vetoes Multiple Bills, Including Autonomous Truck and Gender Identity Legislation

California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have required human drivers to be onboard self-driving trucks, a measure that union leaders and truck drivers said would save hundreds of thousands of jobs. The legislation would have banned self-driving trucks weighing more than 10,000 pounds from operating on public roads unless a human driver is present. Newsom cited existing laws as sufficient regulation for autonomous trucks and argued that self-driving cars have not caused many serious accidents. Union leaders and drivers expressed disappointment, citing concerns about safety and job loss to automation.

via The Associated Press|
#autonomous-vehicles#california#jobs
technology2 years ago

Gatik's Middle-Mile Deliveries: The Key to Profitable AVs

Gatik, an upstart autonomous vehicle company, is focusing on middle-mile deliveries rather than robotaxis or semis. The company uses a fleet of around 50 trucks to transport goods from warehouses to stores, post offices, and fast food chains. Gatik has secured multiyear contracts with major retailers like Walmart, Kroger, and Pitney Bowes, and aims to generate up to $100 million in revenue within five years. Unlike other autonomous vehicle companies, Gatik's business model is asset-light, focusing on perfecting the AI that operates the trucks rather than building vehicles or sensors. The company plans to expand its fleet to over 300 autonomous delivery vehicles by 2024 and aims to be profitable by the end of 2025 or early 2026.

via Forbes|
#autonomous-vehicles#gatik#middle-mile-deliveries