Autonomous Trucks
Nikola says it will add PlusDrive Level 2 automation to its Nikola Tre battery-electric and hydrogen-electric trucks, becoming the first U.S. truck manufacturer to do so. The factory-installed PlusDrive capabilities will be available in 2024 and the system will be piloted by Christenson Transportation and other fleets. (Photo: Nikola)“The enhanced driver assistance features are yet another differentiator of Nikola’s premium driver experience for our customers,” said Michael Lohscheller, president and CEO, Nikola Corporation. Nikola said the system will also predict the optimal and safest speed and take advantage of regenerative braking. “We are proud to support a zero-emission future and provide the underlying safety system behind Nikola’s enhanced driver assistance features.