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60 Seconds: Trump OKs Freight-Only Border Bridge Between US, Mexico

The Green Corridors project in Laredo, Texas, will use autonomous shuttles on an elevated track to streamline freight movement across the U.S.-Mexico border.  

June 24, 2025
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Autonomous Truck Startup Einride Considers US IPO

Einride is shaking up its top management as the Swedish driverless truck startup lays the groundwork for a possible initial public offering.

May 21, 2025
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Breaking: Aurora’s Autonomous Trucks Hit the Highway

Aurora Innovation has launched the nation’s first commercial driverless freight service, sending autonomous 18-wheelers between Dallas and Houston without a human behind the wheel.   

May 8, 2025
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Automated Steering Shows Progress

What is the outlook for automated steering in big trucks?

December 13, 2024
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Waymo Unveils Plan to Bring Its Robotaxi Service to Miami

Waymo is gearing up to bring its robotaxi service to Miami, which will accelerate an expansion that’s been happening while its hobbled rivals remain in its rearview mirror.

December 5, 2024
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Driverless Tech Firm Pony.ai Seeks Up to $195 Million in IPO

Pony.ai Inc. is looking to raise as much as $195 million from its U.S. initial public offering as automotive-related companies lead a modest pickup in Chinese listings.

November 15, 2024
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Autonomous: Plus Ramps Up Autonomous Truck Testing in U.S. and Europe

Automated driving technology company Plus has been ramping up on-road testing of autonomous heavy-duty trucks in the United States and Europe in cooperation with Traton Group’s commercial truck brands.   

November 13, 2024
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States Prepare Rules for Autonomous Vehicles

While no fully autonomous cars are in regular use in the country yet, some states have allowed limited testing and pilot programs on public roads.

November 5, 2024
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PennDOT Approves Rules for Self-Driving Vehicles in State

There are now rules of the road for self-driving vehicles in Pennsylvania.

October 29, 2024
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Autonomous Tech Could Transform Farming

A growing number of companies are bringing automation to agriculture. It could ease the sector’s labor shortage, help farmers manage costs and protect workers from extreme heat. 

October 28, 2024

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