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Tech company AVI-SPL launches autonomous Dallas-Houston freight operations with Volvo Autonomous Solutions

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AVI-SPL, a global technology solutions provider, and Volvo Autonomous Solutions have started commercial autonomous freight operations between Dallas and Houston using the Volvo VNL Autonomous powered by the Aurora Driver.

The operations will support AVI-SPL’s transport of various audio-visual electronics, including a mix of new products and end-of-life equipment from which AVI-SPL reclaims precious metals as a part of its Electronic Recycling Program.

The collaboration reflects AVI-SPL’s continued investment in operational innovation and supply chain strategies designed to improve scalability, reliability, and long-term efficiency. [Read more…] about Tech company AVI-SPL launches autonomous Dallas-Houston freight operations with Volvo Autonomous Solutions

Einride deploys autonomous electric trucks in Ohio freight corridor pilot

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Einride and EASE Logistics have announced the deployment of SAE Level 4 (L4) Einride autonomous trucks into proof-of-concept service between EASE Logistics warehouses in Marysville, Ohio.

This deployment is an extension of the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and DriveOhio’s Truck Automation Corridor Project, in partnership with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), and is designed to evaluate the impact of autonomous technology on operations, safety, and freight efficiency.

Operations will take place on EASE property and local public roads and will utilize two of Einride’s advanced L4 autonomous electric trucks, already successfully operating in real-world daily operations across the United States. [Read more…] about Einride deploys autonomous electric trucks in Ohio freight corridor pilot

Bot Auto completes driverless commercial truck delivery between Houston and Dallas

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Autonomous trucking company Bot Auto says it has completed what it describes as the first fully humanless commercial over-the-road truckload delivery in the United States, moving freight between Houston and Dallas without a driver, in-cab observer, or remote operator controlling the vehicle.

The Houston-based company said the autonomous truck completed a 230-mile overnight route from Riggy’s Truck Parking in northeast Houston to Safe Stop in Hutchins, south of Dallas, delivering a commercial shipment booked through logistics provider Ryan Transportation.

According to Bot Auto, the run was conducted without a safety driver onboard and without “low-latency remote human feedback”, which the company says differentiates the operation from earlier autonomous trucking demonstrations and pilot programs. [Read more…] about Bot Auto completes driverless commercial truck delivery between Houston and Dallas

Rocsys launches ‘next-generation’ hands-free charging system for heavy-duty electric fleets

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Rocsys, a developer of charging technologies for electric and autonomous vehicles, has launched the S2, its next-generation hands-free charging solution for heavy-duty electric vehicles operating in demanding environments.

Part of Rocsys’ expanding portfolio of stewards, including the recently unveiled M1, the S2 is now available to order for ports, distribution hubs and other logistics facilities.

Rocsys has delivered its first S2 to a large-scale port customer, marking the solution’s move into active customer deployment. For American organizations with domestic sourcing requirements, Rocsys can provide configurations that support Build America, Buy America compliance. [Read more…] about Rocsys launches ‘next-generation’ hands-free charging system for heavy-duty electric fleets

The Rise of the Autonomous Network Control Tower: How AI is Becoming the Supply Chain’s Central Nervous System

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For a long time, visibility in the logistics industry has been focused on screens loaded with data, providing an almost real-time view into shipments in transit, anomalies or disruptions occurring along the way, the location of trucks and drivers in various parts of the country and the volume of shipments moving through the network.

But as the dynamics of the market continue to shift, simply seeing isn’t enough. Now, there’s a need for autonomous network control towers where AI not only provides visibility into what is happening but also proactively manages the supply chain.

This is precisely what Libera has built: a platform where AI becomes the operational brain of your entire logistics network. [Read more…] about The Rise of the Autonomous Network Control Tower: How AI is Becoming the Supply Chain’s Central Nervous System

DeepWay raises $310 million in pre-IPO funding to scale electric and autonomous trucking

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DeepWay, a developer of intelligent new energy heavy-duty trucks and smart freight solutions, has closed the second tranche of its Pre-IPO financing, bringing the total raised in the Pre-IPO phase to $310 million ahead of a planned IPO.

The latest tranche was led by Stone Venture, with participation from NGS Super and Xiamen Guosheng Fund, while existing investors including ABC Impact and Nanjing Ronghe Venture Capital increased their investment.

The proceeds will support the company’s core operations, continued technology development, and global business expansion. [Read more…] about DeepWay raises $310 million in pre-IPO funding to scale electric and autonomous trucking

Understanding Lease Agreements for Autonomous Vehicle Fleets

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As the world moves closer to the widespread adoption of autonomous vehicles, businesses are exploring ways to integrate self-driving technology into their operations.

One of the most efficient ways to deploy autonomous vehicle fleets is through leasing rather than outright ownership. Understanding lease agreements in this context is critical for companies to manage costs, legal obligations, and operational risks effectively.

A lease agreement is a legal contract between a lessor, who owns the asset, and a lessee, who seeks to use the asset for a specified period in exchange for payment. [Read more…] about Understanding Lease Agreements for Autonomous Vehicle Fleets

From Idle Trucks to Smart Fleets: The Real Impact of Telematics in the USA

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If you ask someone working in fleet operations today whether telematics matters, many would respond with a quick “yes”, but seldom stop to think how much difference it really makes.

A recent industry study found that more than 70 percent of fleets using GPS-based tracking and telematics for at least three years report that safety became the top benefit of their investment.

That doesn’t just reflect better paperwork or neat dashboards. It signals a shift: fleets are transforming from reactive cost-centers into proactive, data-driven operations. [Read more…] about From Idle Trucks to Smart Fleets: The Real Impact of Telematics in the USA