A group of public safety advocates urged New Mexico lawmakers to implement stricter requirements for companies that plan to test autonomous trucks on state roads.
Currently, New Mexico only requires companies to notify the state five days in advance if they wish to test the autonomous trucks.
The vehicle must be in compliance with all other state traffic laws, but no other requirements or barriers exist.
There are six states that have implemented self-driving vehicle regulations that require companies to obtain permits and gain state authorization before taking the self-driving vehicles out on public roads.
“I didn’t realize our laws are so lacking,” said Rep. Joy Garratt in response to the presentation.
Oct 26, 2026 · via cdllife.com
Dive Brief: Charger Logistics USA plans to purchase up to 500 tractors equipped with Aurora Innovation’s driverless technology over the next few years, according to an Oct. 26 press release.
In July, Charger Logistics added driverless truck capacity on a route between Dallas and Laredo, Texas.
Meanwhile, Aurora’s latest agreement with Charger Logistics builds momentum for Aurora.
Charger Logistics plans to subscribe to Aurora's driver-as-a-service model and own the trucks, per the release.
In addition to working with Aurora, Charger Logistics is actively ramping up its use of autonomous driving technology with other companies.
Oct 26, 2026 · via truckingdive.com
The Ontario, Canada-based truck transportation provider Charger Logistics intends to purchase up to 500 autonomous trucks controlled by technology from self-driving platform provider Aurora, the companies said today.
Charger operates across the U.S. and Mexico, moving goods for the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, automotive, and retail industries.
Under the non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU), the carrier would purchase 500 Aurora Driver-powered trucks, with delivery taking place over 2027 and 2028.
Charger plans to deploy the trucks on current and new high-volume routes near the border and throughout the country.
“Since launching autonomous operations along the Laredo corridor, we’ve realized immediate operational benefits that point to a clear path to scaling,” said Andy Khera, President of Charger Logistics.
Oct 26, 2026 · via dcvelocity.com
However, while these so-called "electric roads" actually already exist, it could be a very long time before we see them deployed on a meaningful scale, if ever.
Before deciding if electric roads are worth installing, it's a good idea to look at the cost of building them.
Electric roads may make the most sense on busy freight corridors and around places like ports, where trucks drive along predictable routes.
For electric roads to spread, the technology will need to show that savings from smaller batteries and reduced downtime can outweigh the expense of installing and maintaining the roads.
The future of electric roads may therefore lie not in electrifying every highway, but in targeting the routes where they can deliver the greatest benefit.
Oct 26, 2026 · via bgr.com
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is showcasing the autonomous ID.
More than a base vehicle Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles offers far more than a base vehicle.
Why the platform strategy matters The showcase underlines the platform strategy of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.
Buzz Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles aims to establish the autonomous ID.
Autonomous technology providers can bring their expertise, and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will provide the vehicle that carries it to market.
Oct 26, 2026 · via fleetpoint.org
Understanding the Brownfield Challenge At its core, a brownfield environment presents many physical barriers to automation.
Tailoring AMRs to Constraints In brownfield settings, the most successful AMR deployments don’t force the facility to change.
This allows the AMRs to operate safely and autonomously, even in crowded, poorly lit, or constantly changing environments.
A 3D lidar-based navigation system enables AMRs to navigate factories without changes to existing infrastructure.
While this is not exclusive to brownfield environments, it’s a valuable upgrade that enhances efficiency across any operation.
Oct 26, 2026 · via assemblymag.com
The most bothersome aspect of the warning that artificial intelligence could wipe out humanity is that there are few details about how a rogue computer model could actually accomplish it.
The top scenarios, and it’s by no means an exhaustive list, involve nuclear missiles, biological weapons and killer robots.
We have long been familiar with the first one.
A maverick AI takes over the nuclear-launch codes and sends the world down the path to doomsday.
The second involves AI tricking a human into releasing a deadly virus, which is a new twist on the old concerns of lab leaks by mistake (“Outbreak” in 1995), terrorist plots (“12 Monkeys” in 1995) or profit-making schemes (“Mission: Impossible 2“).
Oct 26, 2026 · via japantimes.co.jp
The automaker said Wednesday at its "GM Forward" event that it plans to expand "eyes-off" autonomous driving to pickup trucks, crossovers and large SUVs after the technology debuts in the Cadillac Escalade IQ in 2028.
The autonomous driving push is part of a broader effort by GM to build more software and AI capabilities into its vehicles.
The OnStar AI Assistant is expected to launch in the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq before expanding to more GM vehicles.
"Initially, OnStar AI is really focused on deepening the vehicle experience," Nightingale said.
Nightingale said buyers receive eight years of OnStar Basics, which currently includes Google Gemini and will include the OnStar AI Assistant once it becomes available.
Oct 25, 2026 · via foxbusiness.com
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Oct 25, 2026 · via evworld.com
Input 2026-10-25 14:29:22 Updated 2026-10-25 14:29:22 [Financial News] Expectations are growing that the commercialization of unmanned excavators could be accelerated.
HD Hyundai XiteSolution, one of South Korea’s leading excavator companies, has been selected to lead a government-funded project to develop simulations for unmanned autonomous excavators.
HD Hyundai XiteSolution will establish standard requirements for a parts database for virtual simulations and handle field validation and operational-scenario assessments, among other tasks.
This is also expected to accelerate development of HD Hyundai XiteSolution’s futuristic excavator, ‘Future-X.’
Taking the lead in the market for AI-powered unmanned autonomous construction machinery is a matter of survival for South Korean construction-equipment companies.
Oct 25, 2026 · via en.fnnews.com
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Volvo Bear Case Meets Strong Q3 Execution Bearish investors worry that rising regulation and slow electrification progress will weigh on Volvo's earnings power.
"Rising regulatory and cost pressures threaten profitability, as Volvo struggles to balance legacy engine operations with slow progress in electrification and automation."
Execution risk is real, and this print shows price discipline and cost control still offsetting regulatory and dual powertrain complexity.
Hunt For Mispriced Earnings Power AB Volvo highlights how steady operational delivery can diverge from short-term share price movements.
Oct 25, 2026 · via finance.yahoo.com
The new XCMG SDA411 concept terminal truck is fully electric, has no cabin, and an L4 autonomous tech stack that’s purpose-built for unmanned logistics – and, if XCMG get their way, it looks like the future of drayage truck operations.
Whether you call them terminal trucks, yard dogs, or anything else, these heavy-duty trucks do work that’s ideally suited to electrification.
Chinese equipment brand XCMG gets it, and they’re taking the electric terminal truck concept a step further with the debut of an all-new, cab-less design that’s 100% autonomous.
“With no cab and an L4 autonomous driving system, the platform is purpose-built for unmanned logistics,” said XCMG, on LinkedIn.
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Oct 25, 2026 · via electrek.co
The headline change is a new set of optional cyan “ADS marker lamps” that would let people know a vehicle is driving itself.
How the Cyan Lights Would Work According to the filing, ADS marker lamps would be permitted but not required on passenger cars, multipurpose vehicles, trucks, and buses.
Vehicles could use one or two cyan lamps on the front, on each side, and on the rear, all mounted at least 15 inches off the ground.
Other Changes in the Proposal The cyan lamps are only part of the rule.
If it passes, Cybercab’s lighting would have a clearer federal path, whether or not Tesla decides to add the cyan lights.
Oct 24, 2026 · via notateslaapp.com
Rivian just bought a British startup to help it build the backbones of autonomous driving.
The startup specializes in "high fidelity spatial generation," which are basically lifelike 3D simulations.
Rivian has acquired U.K.-based AI startup Third Dimension to help it accelerate the development of autonomous driving for its electric trucks and SUVs.
The deal could give Rivian a way to turn real-world driving footage into realistic 3D simulations, potentially helping it train and validate self-driving systems faster, TechCrunch reported Thursday.
Third Dimension basically uses AI to turn images and videos into lifelike 3D environments.
Oct 24, 2026 · via insideevs.com
Zijin-controlled Fujian Longking is set to introduce its in-house battery electric mining trucks to Australian operations, expanding beyond their initial deployment in China that began in early 2026.
The Longyan-built units, developed under Zijin Mining’s direct control, target large open-pit haulage fleets where high-duty-cycle trucks typically burn the most diesel and generate the most emissions.
For mine planners and fleet engineers, the move signals growing competition to established OEM BEV haul trucks and may accelerate requirements for high-capacity charging infrastructure and grid upgrades on Australian sites.
Zijin Mining’s move into battery electric mining trucks for Australia sits alongside its recent adoption of solar-plus-storage at Kamoa Copper and HPGRs at Golden Ridge, signalling a consistent push towards lower-energy, lower-emission production across very different jurisdictions.
With EACON already running autonomous haulage at Zijin-owned Norton Gold Fields in Western Australia, in our database Zijin is one of the few Chinese majors simultaneously trialling autonomy and electrification in the same host country, which could accelerate integration of BEV fleets into autonomous haul circuits.
Oct 24, 2026 · via geomechanics.io
Contractors across the industry are moving past technology as a novelty to a key business strategy.
“At Morgan, we’re at 450 machines spread over three states, and I only have two trucks to service all these machines.
For instance, Saiia’s remote setup keeps operators out of harm’s way as their machines work on unstable ground for coal ash remediation.
Kristin Gaskill, Caterpillar’s Vice President of Construction Technology, offered attendees some final advice for choosing the right solutions for their business.
It’s all about being able to make a plan, communicate the plan, and be able to execute that plan with urgency, because the pressures of the business continue on.”
Oct 24, 2026 · via acppubs.com
The camera uses new data-transfer technology to send video from multiple cameras through the existing J560 seven-way electrical connection.
More Data Through the Same Connector Grote says the camera delivers video with virtually no delay.
Asked about concerns that the existing connector cannot handle the growing volume of truck-trailer data, Slade drew a distinction between the connector and the communication technology.
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Oct 23, 2026 · via truckinginfo.com
An autonomous truck drove in the Permian Basin from June 30 to Sept. 1, 2026.
Over 64 days, the truck stayed on the road without any breaks.
Inside Gen 6 Technology These semis were driven by the Kodiak Gen 6 — designed to drive further for a significantly longer time.
Are Autonomous Trucks Safe?
Yet, on the contrary, wanting safer roads is why Kodiak launched autonomous trucks.
Oct 23, 2026 · via aol.com
Einride is expanding its collaboration with NVIDIA to evaluate a new artificial intelligence driving model designed to help autonomous trucks interpret complex driving conditions and make decisions.
The collaboration will incorporate NVIDIA’s Alpamayo AI reasoning model into the Einride Driver, the company’s proprietary autonomous driving system.
The project builds on the companies’ September 21 announcement outlining plans to develop the next generation of the Einride Driver using NVIDIA’s Hyperion autonomous vehicle platform.
That partnership also includes NVIDIA’s Halos safety system and the use of NVIDIA Cosmos and Blackwell computing infrastructure to train and validate autonomous driving models.
For fleet operators considering autonomous trucking, the development highlights ongoing efforts to improve the ability of autonomous driving systems to handle different operating environments and route conditions.
Oct 23, 2026 · via act-news.com
Volvo Trucks North America will serve as the exclusive sponsor of the American Trucking Associations’ America’s Road Team for 2027.
Road Team Captains bring safety experience to public outreach America’s Road Team selects professional drivers as captains based on their exemplary safety records and ability to speak about the industry.
Volvo Trucks’ all-new Volvo VNL touts a next-generation suite of digital and mechanical safety systems.
“America’s Road Team represents the very best of our industry,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president, Volvo Trucks North America.
America’s Road Team, established by ATA in 1986, is a national outreach program.
Oct 23, 2026 · via fleetequipmentmag.com