Autonomous Trucks
Autonomous trucking platform provider Embark Trucks Inc. will start hauling loads of office printers next week for consumer electronics giant HP Inc. using self-driving trucks, the companies said today. HP is joining San Francisco-based Embark’s partner development program (PDP) to test the self-driving truck technology in a real-world commercial setting. The retailer will also provide data and feedback to Embark as it expands the PDP. Those types of long-distance routes can benefit greatly from the increased speed, sustainability, and operational efficiency unlocked by the 24/7 on-highway operations enabled by autonomous freight, Embark said. Likewise, autonomous truck builder Plus will team with Shanghai-based automaker FAW Jiefang Truck Co. Ltd. to start production later this year.