Autonomous Self-Driving Trucks Have Begun Hitting California Highways

Autonomous driving technology company Kodiak AI, Inc. and DTL Transport Inc. — a California trucking company specializing in cross-country runs distributing produce — have started testing self-driving vehicles in the Golden State.

In a press release shared last week, the companies stated that Kodiak received a heavy-duty Autonomous Vehicle Testing permit in August from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

For those worried about safety, a human safety driver will remain behind the wheel during the companies' initial work together, the press release stated.

"We look forward to demonstrating the benefits of this transformative technology with DTL Transport and the impact it can have on grocery distribution," he added.

The route spans approximately 225 miles, mostly on California State Route 99 and Interstate 5.