ROCKVILLE, MD, July 11, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The global Autonomous Vehicle Teleoperation Services Market is poised for exceptional expansion, with market value projected to rise from USD 0.55 billion in 2026 to USD 18.80 billion by 2036, registering a remarkable 42.4% CAGR during the forecast period. According to the latest Fact.MR analysis, the market had already reached USD 0.39 billion in 2025 and is entering a rapid commercialization phase as remote assistance becomes an essential operational layer for autonomous vehicle fleets. The increasing deployment of robotaxis, autonomous trucks, delivery vehicles, and logistics automation is reshaping the mobility ecosystem. Teleoperation services enable trained remote operators to assist autonomous vehicles in handling unexpected situations such as blocked roads, emergency responders, construction zones, and complex curbside interactions. As regulators demand stronger human oversight and fleet operators seek higher operational reliability, teleoperation is emerging as a critical service supporting large-scale autonomous transportation. Key Market Highlights •Market Value (2025): USD 0.39 Billion •Estimated Market Size (2026): USD 0.55 Billion •Forecast Market Size (2036): USD 18.80 Billion •CAGR (2026–2036): 42.4% •Absolute Opportunity: USD 18.25 Billion •Leading Connectivity: Cellular Networks (52.0%) •Leading Delivery Model: Managed Service (44.0%) •Leading Operating Domain: Urban Roads (43.0%) •Leading Vehicle Type: Robotaxis (41.0%) •Leading End Use: Robotaxi Support (39.0%) •Leading Service Type: Remote Assistance (38.0%) •Leading Customer Type: Fleet Operators (36.0%) •Fastest-Growing Country: Germany (49.5% CAGR) Access a sample report featuring detailed forecasts, pricing trends, and strategic recommendation: https://www.factmr.com/connectus/sample?flag=S&rep_id=15279 Why Is the Autonomous Vehicle Teleoperation Services Market Growing? The rapid commercialization of autonomous mobility is creating unprecedented demand for teleoperation services. While autonomous vehicles continue to improve through artificial intelligence and advanced perception systems, real-world road environments remain unpredictable. Remote operators provide essential human judgment whenever autonomous systems encounter situations beyond their operational design domain. Robotaxi operators increasingly rely on remote assistance
Jul 11, 2026 · via 24-7pressrelease.com
There have been plenty of warnings about the dangers of AI for aid agencies, who face growing challenges of securing often extremely sensitive data and swelling misinformation about their operations and beneficiaries. But at the AI for Good summit in Geneva this week, a handful of humanitarian-focused displays emphasised the technology's positive potential. Parked in one corner of a vast hall at the Palexpo conference centre was a giant white SHERP vehicle, resembling a hulking Martian rover, decked out with cameras and sensors and a drone landing-pad on the roof. Made in Ukraine, SHERPs are amphibious vehicles that can float on water, drive through swamps and flooded rivers with their giant wheels, and climb over obstacles up to one metre (3.3 feet) high. The UN's World Food Programme is preparing to begin field-testing a version of the AI-enabled truck that can be steered remotely through the most dangerous and difficult terrain to reach people in need. "I think this could be a game-changer," Bernhard Kowatsch, head of WFP's global accelerator and ventures innovation division, told AFP. The technology, he said, "should allow us essentially to reach people that otherwise never would have been reachable". Not possible without AI WFP already has drivers using SHERPs to deliver aid in Sudan, South Sudan and Uganda. But after numerous heartbreaking losses of drivers, it tasked the German Aerospace Center (DLR) to help equip the vehicles with AI and other technologies, making it possible to control them remotely through particularly dangerous terrain. The idea is to set up a shipping container control room in a safe area, where a human can remotely control the vehicle on the last, most treacherous leg of its journey. Tests have been conducted in Germany, and will be tried out in the field in Uganda in 2028, said Armin
Jul 11, 2026 · via news.tuoitre.vn
The National Guard will test 10 unmanned Zetros trucks and 10 MANDRILL robots under a multimillion-dollar contract
Partners — Quantum Systems and Daimler Truck Defence; the results will go toward improving autonomous logistics
In Kyiv, a multimillion contract has been signed under which units of the National Guard of Ukraine will begin testing unmanned Zetros cargo trucks and MANDRILL ground robotic complexes; the project will be implemented by Quantum Systems together with partner Daimler Truck Defence.
According to Defense Express, the German company Quantum Systems is expanding cooperation with Ukraine: autonomous trucks and ground robotic systems for logistics support are being added to its line of reconnaissance drones.
The agreement provides for the transfer to Ukraine of 10 MANDRILL complexes and 10 unmanned Zetros trucks equipped with autonomous control systems integrated together with Daimler Truck Defence.
The National Guard units will conduct trials of the new platforms in real conditions, and the experience gained during the tests will be used to further improve unmanned logistics.
Jul 10, 2026 · via korabelov.info
NHTSA scolds autonomous developers The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has certainly seemed friendly to the deployment of autonomous driving technology on American roadways. NHTSA previously proposed a now-withdrawn voluntary framework and more recently issued a proposal to end the federal requirement for manual brake pads in self-driving vehicles. OOIDA and the Truck Safety Coalition have been among the groups voicing concerns about the safety of autonomous vehicles. Those concerns extend beyond the trucking industry and NHTSA itself recently issued a call to action in a letter sent to U.S. autonomous developers. The letter reiterated the agency’s desire to adopt American innovation, but it is not willing to do so at the cost of safety. “Over the past several months, NHTSA has identified a clear pattern of driverless AVs interfering with law enforcement and other first responders,” the agency wrote in the July 8 letter. “The agency has documented multiple instances in which AVs drove directly into active emergency scenes, blocked the paths of ambulances and firefighters or failed to recognize and respond to basic safety conditions like flashing lights, flares, smoke, fire and traffic cones.” An AV that cannot safely interact with first responders is a danger to the general public, NHTSA added in the letter signed by Administrator Jonathan Morrison. 🚗 AUTONOMOUS CARS are INCREDIBLE but @NHTSAgov is making it clear: SAFETY FIRST 📺 ⬇️ @SquawkCNBC pic.twitter.com/SjDDYZz0ho — U.S. Department of Transportation (@USDOT) July 9, 2026 Impeding first responders is not just a minor software anomaly, NHTSA said in the letter. “Every second matters when law enforcement officers, firefighters or paramedics are answering a call,” NHTSA said. “The inability to detect and appropriately respond to such situations represents a functional insufficiency. We expect you to prioritize first responder interactions and will schedule meetings with driverless automated driving system
Jul 10, 2026 · via landline.media
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. “AVI-SPL is a leader in its industry, moving high-value goods where speed and responsiveness are essential,” said Sasko Cuklev, head of on-road solutions at VAS. “This collaboration shows how autonomous transport can help reduce transit times, improve service, and meet the demands of time-sensitive, high-value freight.” As freight demand continues to increase across the United States, the transportation industry faces growing challenges related to a shortage of qualified drivers and delivery capacity constraints. Autonomous transport technologies are emerging as a strategic solution to help organizations strengthen logistics operations while supporting safer and more sustainable freight movement. “Autonomous transportation has the potential to significantly reshape the future of logistics,” said Tim Riek, chief strategy officer (CSO) at AVI-SPL. “This collaboration allows AVI-SPL to explore innovative technologies that can help improve operational resilience, support long-term scalability, and strengthen the overall customer experience.” The collaboration marks an important step in demonstrating how autonomous trucking can be applied in real-world logistics operations where speed, consistency, and reliability are critical. As demand for freight capacity continues to grow, autonomous transport has the potential to strengthen supply chains through greater uptime, improved asset utilization, and enhanced cargo security.
Jul 10, 2026 · via roboticsandautomationnews.com
Driverless Trucks Used for First Time in Belarus For the first time in Belarus, autonomous electric cargo vehicles with artificial intelligence elements have started to be used for transporting goods. The new system began operating at the "Priilesse" distribution center near Minsk, which serves the "Dabranom" retail chain, including "Kapeechka", "Mayak" stores, and "Dabranom" supermarkets, writes the publication "Nash portal". 11 autonomous electric trucks are already operating on the territory of the logistics complex. They transport real goods between warehouses and storage areas without driver involvement. The vehicles operate in several shifts, seven days a week. Instead of a human, control is carried out by an artificial intelligence system that uses cameras, radars, and lidars to analyze the surrounding space. The vehicles are capable of recognizing people, equipment, and other obstacles, predicting their movement, choosing the safest route, and adapting to various conditions, such as changes in lighting or road surface conditions. According to the system developer, "EvaKargo" company, the software was created based on the experience of dozens of similar projects. The company claims that no accidents or other serious incidents have been recorded throughout the operation of these autonomous vehicles. Currently, the autonomous trucks operate only within the logistics center. They transport a wide range of products — from dairy products and beverages to household chemicals and seasonal goods. Dabranom notes that the use of the new technology has already reduced operating costs by approximately 35 percent. This was made possible due to more precise route planning, reduced fuel costs thanks to electric drive, and the fact that the vehicles can operate without breaks and are not dependent on the human factor. At the same time, the company emphasizes that automation does not mean staff reduction. Their work is changing: now one operator can remotely control 10-12 autonomous
Jul 10, 2026 · via nashaniva.com
For the first time in Belarus, autonomous electric cargo vehicles with artificial intelligence elements have started to be used for transporting goods. The new system began operating at the "Priilesse" distribution center near Minsk, which serves the "Dabranom" retail chain, including "Kapeechka", "Mayak" stores, and "Dabranom" supermarkets, writes the publication "Nash portal". 11 autonomous electric trucks are already operating on the territory of the logistics complex. They transport real goods between warehouses and storage areas without driver involvement. The vehicles operate in several shifts, seven days a week. Instead of a human, control is carried out by an artificial intelligence system that uses cameras, radars, and lidars to analyze the surrounding space. The vehicles are capable of recognizing people, equipment, and other obstacles, predicting their movement, choosing the safest route, and adapting to various conditions, such as changes in lighting or road surface conditions. According to the system developer, "EvaKargo" company, the software was created based on the experience of dozens of similar projects. The company claims that no accidents or other serious incidents have been recorded throughout the operation of these autonomous vehicles. Currently, the autonomous trucks operate only within the logistics center. They transport a wide range of products — from dairy products and beverages to household chemicals and seasonal goods. Dabranom notes that the use of the new technology has already reduced operating costs by approximately 35 percent. This was made possible due to more precise route planning, reduced fuel costs thanks to electric drive, and the fact that the vehicles can operate without breaks and are not dependent on the human factor. At the same time, the company emphasizes that automation does not mean staff reduction. Their work is changing: now one operator can remotely control 10-12 autonomous vehicles simultaneously, monitor battery charge levels, the technical
Jul 10, 2026 · via nashaniva.com
Germany's Quantum Systems to test autonomous trucks and ground systems in Ukraine The company announced the deal in a press release, according to Ukrinform. "Following the signing of a multi-million-euro contract in Kyiv, Quantum Systems will deliver autonomous ground systems as part of a Ukrainian research and development program. The program includes 10 autonomous Zetros AI trucks equipped with the Quantum Systems Ground Autonomy Kit and 10 MANDRILL unmanned ground vehicles," the statement said. According to the company, the vehicles will be deployed with the National Guard of Ukraine (NGU) under real-world conditions, generating feedback to support the continuous development of the system. The contract includes ten Daimler Truck Zetros trucks equipped with the Quantum Systems MOSAIC Ground Autonomy Kit and ten MANDRILL unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs). Daimler Truck is an official partner in the program, working with Quantum Systems in a development partnership focused on integrating vehicle hardware and autonomous software into the Zetros platform. Quantum Systems said the MOSAIC Ground Autonomy Kit enables unmanned and teleoperated operations across logistics vehicles through a modular, software-defined architecture. Built on the open MOSAIC UXS ecosystem, it supports autonomous delivery, convoy operations and multi-domain missions by connecting ground vehicles with other unmanned systems into a single interoperable operational network. "We are looking forward to validating Unmanned Zetros trucks and MANDRILL UGVs under frontline conditions in Ukraine," said Hendrik Kramer, Vice President Ground Domain at Quantum Systems. According to Kramer, the company has a proven track record of integrating frontline feedback into its systems.. He said the contract would allow Quantum Systems to test and validate two new products in real operational conditions in Ukraine just months after their launch. The MANDRILL is a modular, high-mobility unmanned ground vehicle engineered for demanding defense and disaster response missions. With a payload capacity of up
Jul 10, 2026 · via ukrinform.net
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Belgium has officially announced its decision to purchase 10 NASAMS air defense systems along with 14 GM200 radars and 20 Skyranger 30 anti-aircraft gun systems for drone protection. Including Iveco trucks, the procurement will cost over €3 billion. The decision was announced at the NATO summit in Turkiye by Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken. The programme will be implemented in cooperation with the Netherlands to protect Benelux airspace, with the involvement of local industry. Read more: 400 Tomahawks, Three Typhon Launchers, Push for Local Production: What Germany's Cruise Missile Deal Could Look Like A day before the official announcement, De Morgenreported, citing its own sources, that the 10 NASAMS batteries would cost Belgium €1.2 billion, with the first delivery expected as early as 2027. Total funding allocated for Belgium's ground-based air defense reconstruction stands at €4 billion, while earlier reports had put the combined cost of NASAMS and Skyranger 30 at €3.1 billion. The Belgian government spent several weeks debating the use of American-origin missiles in NASAMS, but ultimately decided that the search for European alternatives would be a matter for the future. For similar reasons, the question of long-range air defense — where the choice is between Patriot and SAMP/T NG — also remains open. Defense Express notes that Belgium's decisions on air defense systems are heavily influenced by a desire to standardise with the Netherlands, which has also selected NASAMS and Skyranger. It is therefore quite likely that Belgium will follow the same logic and choose Patriot, which is already in service with the Dutch military. This contract also gives us an opportunity to gauge the approximate cost of NASAMS today. A rough calculation puts one battery at around €120 million — though without information on the exact configuration or ammunition inclusion, no firm conclusions should be drawn
Jul 10, 2026 · via en.defence-ua.com
When AVI-SPL launched autonomous freight operations between Dallas and Houston, the technology solutions provider made a deliberate choice: announce what they had already accomplished, not what they hoped to do. “We think that a lot of people are, especially with AI, saying, ‘This is what we’re going to do [and] we hope to do this,’” said Jeremy Codiroli, vice president of global supply chain at AVI-SPL, in an interview with FreightWaves. “And we wanted to really make a point of saying, ‘We did this. We are doing this. This is not a dream, this is real life.” AVI-SPL’s commercial autonomous freight operations began the week of June 8, 2026. For Codiroli, the launch represents a forward-thinking approach to risk management in an industry facing mounting pressure. “This is really a future-focused, risk management solution,” Codiroli said. “My supply chain team, we look out three to five years and say, what problems are we going to be trying to solve in three to five years, and can we try to solve them now?” Chief among those problems: driver headcount and difficulties with hiring and retention. That’s where Volvo’s self-driving VNL Autonomous semi truck and a novel transportation management system from Aurora Innovation enter the picture. Partnering up AVI-SPL partnered with Volvo Autonomous Solutions, leveraging its self-driving rig with the Aurora Driver TMS platform to automate a 239 mile route between Dallas and Houston – no driver required. The Volvo VNL Autonomous serves as the hardware backbone of the operation. Assembled at Volvo’s flagship New River Valley plant in Dublin, Virginia –the largest Volvo Trucks facility in the world– the vehicle was engineered with safety as the foundational design principle. According to Volvo Autonomous Solutions’ website, the truck features redundant systems across steering, braking, communication, computation, power management, energy storage and vehicle
Jul 10, 2026 · via freightwaves.com
The Ukrainian National Guard will test unmanned logistics capabilities provided by the German company Quantum Systems, which has previously supplied UAVs to the Defense Forces of Ukraine. The focus is now on the autonomous Zetros truck, equipped with the MOSAIC Ground Autonomy Kit, and the MANDRILL UGV. A multi-million-dollar contract to supply equipment under Ukraine's research and development program was signed in Kyiv. The vehicles will be deployed in field conditions to gather user feedback, which will be used to further refine the systems. Read more: From Almost No Ground-Based Air Defense to NASAMS, Skyranger: Belgium's €4bn Rebuild Explained Under the agreement, the National Guard of Ukraine is set to receive 10 MANDRILL UGVs as well as 10 autonomous Zetros trucks. The manufacturer of the latter, Daimler Truck Defense, is also an official partner in the project. From Defense Express we would like to note that this reflects a clear trend toward developing unmanned logistics systems for the Defense Forces of Ukraine. The MOSAIC Ground Autonomy Kit also enables vehicles to be converted into unmanned platforms. However, everything is integrated into the MOSAIC UXS software suite, which enables users to plan and define missions while controlling multiple drones simultaneously from a single system. As a result, it is possible to organize an entire logistics system that receives orders from a control center. The system also allows for controlling a single vehicle via a smartphone or operating in a convoy led by a “lead” manned vehicle. Currently, the system is being developed based on Daimler Trucks products, but it can also be integrated into other platforms. The choice of the Zetros for Ukraine makes perfect sense, as hundreds of them are being supplied to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. As for the MANDRILL, it is a modular unmanned ground vehicle capable
Jul 10, 2026 · via en.defence-ua.com
Ram’s upcoming V8-powered “muscle trucks” are going to be fast, but they could get even faster with one simple trick. Ram’s parent company Stellantis has applied for a patent on an “Aerodynamic Movable Tonneau Cover” that could help performance trucks slice through the air for speed and all models improve their highway efficiency. The transformable cover can either lie flat on top of the bed, or lifted to an angle that brings its leading edge to the top of the cab’s roof. “While some of these designs have increased the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle, opportunity exists for a greater reduction in vehicle drag,” the patent explains. “A need in the art exists for a tonneau cover operable in a standard horizontal position as well as at an aerodynamically angled position.” The the patent describes several ways to construct it with sections that cover the gaps left in the sides with stacked panels, a flexible fabric pleated like an accordion and various other methods. When deployed, a truck with the cover would look a lot like a Tesla Cybertruck, which has fixed sloping bedsides and a retractable tonneau cover. This isn’t actually the first time Stellantis has filed for a patent on a similar idea. Last year, it submitted one on an “Angled Bed Cap For Truck” that featured rigid side panels that stored alongside the bed when the cover is sitting flat. Ford has also been investigating the concept of a transformable truck with a patent for a “Vehicle Aerodynamic Altering System And Method” that has triangular bed sides that collapse and nest near the back of the truck’s cab to create lower bed top to reach over. None of these patents have been officially confirmed for production, however, and may never be used on a consumer product, but
Jul 9, 2026 · via americancarsandracing.com
Middle East risks and US demand reshaping freight markets - Posted by Amanda Bradfield - | - 9 July, 2026 BETWEEN Neil the Seal causing a little chaos around Tasmania and another week flying by, it's hard to believe we're already at Friday. After weeks of flattening bollards, crushing fences and attracting crowds wherever he went, it seems Neil has finally headed off on his next adventure. He certainly kept plenty of people entertained. While Neil's antics were relatively harmless, the shipping industry has been navigating a far more serious kind of disruption. Tensions in the Middle East escalated again this week, with the United States launching a second day of strikes on Iranian military targets following attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran warned that access through the strategic waterway will remain subject to "Iranian arrangements", while the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) urged operators to avoid transiting the Strait if crew safety cannot be assured. Meanwhile, U.S. container imports are on track to break the record set during the pandemic import surge, as retailers continue bringing freight forward ahead of potential new tariffs expected in August. Freight rates continued to climb this week, with the Drewry World Container Index and Shanghai-Los Angeles spot rates both rising 2%. Tight capacity and limited blank sailings are expected to keep rates elevated. Closer to home, in contrast, intra-Asia freight rates fell for a third straight week as peak season demand continued to ease. While reports suggest congestion across parts of Southeast Asia is improving, it certainly doesn't feel that way on the ground, with massive weather disruptions, vessel delays and an ever changing list of surcharges continuing to create headaches for importers. It does make me wonder if that bubble is going to burst soon... What else is happening
Jul 9, 2026 · via thedcn.com.au
Hanjin Launches South Korea's First Paid Autonomous Freight Service with 25-Ton Trucks on 118km Route Hanjin has launched a paid freight transport service using 25-ton autonomous trucks, a first for South Korea's logistics industry. This marks the first instance of moving beyond technical demonstration into commercial transport, carrying actual parcel cargo to generate revenue. Hanjin officially announced the launch of its paid autonomous freight service on July 9. The route spans 118 kilometers, starting from Gunsan Port in North Jeolla Province, passing through the Hanjin Jeonju Parcel Terminal, and ending at the Daejeon Mega Hub. The service runs three times per week on a fixed schedule, with a professional safety officer onboard to handle emergency situations. The 25-ton heavy-duty truck deployed for this service is known in the parcel delivery industry as a "trunk-line truck." Unlike one-ton small trucks responsible for last-mile delivery, trunk-line trucks are the core transport vehicles that move large volumes of parcel cargo between logistics hubs. This commercial operation was pursued as part of the "Saemangeum Autonomous Commercial Vehicle Demonstration Infrastructure Project," overseen by South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. Since establishing a joint cooperation framework in September 2023 with the Korea Automotive Technology Institute (JIAT), LX Spatial Information Research Institute, and the Korea Integrated Logistics Association, Hanjin has conducted phased demonstration projects. The company recently obtained paid freight transport authorization from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, fulfilling all legal requirements for actual commercial operation. Roles were clearly divided among the participating entities. Hanjin provided the actual logistics operating infrastructure and commercial transport volume, laying the groundwork to verify how autonomous vehicles can be effectively utilized in real logistics environments. JIAT was responsible for building the road infrastructure and vehicles for autonomous driving demonstration, while LX Spatial Information Research Institute handled the
Jul 9, 2026 · via finance.biggo.com
National Guard of Ukraine to receive autonomous trucks and UGVs from Quantum Systems for frontline trials – photos The National Guard of Ukraine and the German defence company Quantum Systems have agreed on the delivery of Zetros autonomous trucks and MANDRILL unmanned ground platforms, which will be tested at the front in Ukraine. Source: National Guard of Ukraine on Facebook Details: Ukrainian military personnel will receive ten autonomous Daimler Truck Zetros AI vehicles equipped with a Ground Autonomy Kit, as well as ten MANDRILL unmanned ground platforms. The equipment will be provided by Quantum Systems and Daimler Truck Defence. The unmanned systems will be tested at the front, including in the role of autonomous logistics platforms. "For us, this is not only new equipment but also an opportunity to jointly shape the standards of military logistics of the future, preserving the lives of our service personnel and increasing the effectiveness of combat missions," Vadym Hladkov, First Deputy Commander of the National Guard of Ukraine, commented on the agreement. The Daimler Truck Zetros AI military trucks are a project by Daimler Truck, which integrates the MOSAIC Ground Autonomy Kit autonomous control system onto the vehicles built on the MOSAIC UXS ecosystem. "[The kit – ed.] supports autonomous supply, convoy movement and multi-domain mission execution, integrating ground vehicles with other unmanned systems into a unified interoperable operational network," the National Guard explained. The German company Quantum Systems previously cooperated with Ukrainian manufacturers on drones for Ukraine. In particular, the joint venture with Ukrainian company Frontline Robotics, Quantum Frontline Robotics (QFI), dispatched the first batch of Linza 3.0 drones to Ukraine. Subsequently, drones manufactured in Germany will be directed to Ukraine's defence forces. The company also received an order to supply 15,000 STRILA interceptor drones for the National Guard of Ukraine, to be
Jul 9, 2026 · via pravda.com.ua
By Amy Kang Commercial transportation has a huge role in ensuring safer roads. This is through regulation, training, and the use of technology that ensures the safety of commercial vehicles such as trucks, buses, and vans. The result is reduced accident rates and thus improved roads in all municipalities. Advocates’ latest road safety report grades all states, including Washington, DC, on their progress in terms of road laws. Five states and Washington, DC received the best “green” grade while nine other states received the lowest “red” grade. On the other hand, 36 states received the “yellow” grade, indicating that they have room for improvement. Based on these results, it is clear that most of the places are still struggling with road laws. Millions of miles of commercial vehicles are run yearly in the US. The high standards of such commercial vehicles can act as an inspiration to all motorists and municipalities to develop good traffic regulations. Why Do Most Road Accidents Occur? The main reason behind most road accidents is human error. According to the WHO, roads and automobiles need to be designed in such a way that minimizes injury from human errors. Other reasons include: - Overspeeding - Drunk driving - Phone use while driving Accidents can also happen due to neglecting vehicle maintenance, failure to use safety belts, and poor road design and construction. What Are the Five Pillars of Road Safety? The five pillars of road safety are as follows: - Effective management of safety regulations - Vehicle safety - Driver and pedestrian safety - Safe speed on designed roads - Emergency medical treatment after accidents These types of concepts can help the government and the companies work together to help minimize accidents and ensure proper care of accident victims. Why Commercial Transportation Establishes Better Safety Practices
Jul 9, 2026 · via sdvoice.info
NHTSA calls out autonomous cars for interfering with first responders The agency is giving autonomous vehicle makers until the end of July to figure out a solution. The US Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is demanding action from autonomous car makers after identifying "a clear pattern of driverless AVs interfering with law enforcement and other first responders" over the past months. Jonathan Morrison, the agency's administrator, wrote a letter addressing the developers and issuing a call to action. Emergency situations are not rare or "edge cases," he wrote, so he wants AV developers and operators focus their resources on fixing the issue immediately. While the NHTSA didn't give specific examples, there have been news about self-driving vehicles getting in the way of ambulances and fire trucks, like in the image above, for years. After a deadly shooting at a bar in Austin, Texas in March, a Waymo vehicle blocked an ambulance that was responding to the incident. While an officer was able to manually drive the Waymo robotaxi out of the way, it cost them a few minutes to resolve the problem. According to Wired, emergency first responder leaders told regulators during a meeting in March that they were becoming frustrated at the behavior of autonomous vehicles on the streets. They said they've had to spend time during emergencies resolving problems with frozen or stuck cars. Officials from San Francisco and Austin, where Waymo's robotaxi service has been in operation for a while now, said the company's vehicles have been getting worse. They've apparently been seeing "backsliding" in the AVs' performance, with the vehicles now committing more traffic violations. San Francisco Fire Department chief Patrick Rabbitt, reportedly said that Waymo vehicles have recently been freezing and blocking the department's fire stations and trucks. Austin officials echoed
Jul 9, 2026 · via engadget.com
Quantum Systems will supply Ukraine with MANDRILL and Zetros unmanned trucks for testing in frontline conditions. The multi-million contract was signed in Kyiv, the company told Militarnyi. The program calls for the delivery of 10 autonomous Daimler Truck Zetros AI trucks equipped with the Ground Autonomy Kit. The company will also supply 10 MANDRILL unmanned ground platforms. “The first vehicles will be delivered by the end of the year,” the company shared with Militarnyi. The vehicles will be transferred to units of the Ukrainian National Guard for operation in real-world conditions. Daimler Truck is an official partner of the program and is collaborating with Quantum Systems on a project to integrate autonomous driving systems onto the Zetros platform. The MOSAIC Ground Autonomy Kit enables unmanned and remotely controlled operation of logistics vehicles through a modular, software-defined architecture. Built on the open MOSAIC UXS ecosystem, it supports autonomous deliveries, convoy operations, and multi-domain missions by integrating ground vehicles with other unmanned systems into a single, interoperable operational network. “We look forward to testing the Zetros autonomous trucks and MANDRILL platforms in frontline conditions in Ukraine,” Hendrik Kramer, Vice President of Quantum Systems, said. Daniel Zittel, Sales Director at Daimler Truck Defense, noted: “Together with Quantum Systems, we are developing new capabilities for military logistics in Ukraine. The next step will be to test the operational and defense readiness of our trucks, equipped with the Quantum Systems MOSAIC autonomous driving suite, under real-world conditions.” The program expands Quantum Systems’ presence in Ukraine and strengthens the company’s strategy of creating interoperable autonomous systems for air and ground applications. Підтримати нас можна через: Приват: 5169 3351 0164 7408 PayPal - [email protected] Стати нашим патроном за лінком ⬇ Subscribe to our newsletter or on ours Telegram Thank you!! You are subscribed to our newsletter
Jul 9, 2026 · via militarnyi.com
NHTSA Slams Self-Driving Cars For Blocking Fire Trucks And Ambulances by Aaron Leong — Thursday, July 09, 2026, 11:22 AM EDT A federal safety crackdown is forcing autonomous vehicle developers to deal with the ongoing problem of their driverless cars physically impeding emergency services and putting lives at risk. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued an urgent call to action, explicitly warning the industry that an automated vehicle unable to safely interact with first responders is a danger to the general public. Federal regulators are demanding that robotaxi operators immediately pivot their engineering focus to resolve these real-world hazards, setting mandatory meetings by the end of July for companies to pitch immediate, actionable solutions. This governmental pressure follows mounting frustration from municipal leaders and frontline emergency workers who report that robotaxis are increasingly disrupting life-saving operations. While autonomous vehicle technology has been championed as a way to reduce human traffic errors, internal feedback from cities like San Francisco and Austin paints a drastically different picture. First responder leaders revealed to regulators that the performance of driverless fleets, particularly Waymo, appears to be actively "backsliding." Vehicles are frequently committing traffic violations, freezing up on active roads, and failing to decode basic safety markers. These glitches make matters worse during critical life-or-death situations. Emergency crews report instances where driverless cars have driven directly into active emergency scenes, blocked the bays of fire stations, and obstructed the paths of ambulances and fire trucks. In Austin, following a fatal bar shooting, a robotaxi froze and completely blocked an ambulance responding to the victims; an officer was ultimately forced to manually drive the vehicle out of the way, wasting precious minutes. First responders note that the cars are failing to interpret basic, standard emergency signals, including hand gestures from traffic officers, flashing light
Jul 9, 2026 · via hothardware.com