DeepWay, a developer of intelligent new energy heavy-duty trucks and smart freight solutions, has closed the second tranche of its Pre-IPO financing, bringing the total raised in the Pre-IPO phase to $310 million ahead of a planned IPO. The latest tranche was led by Stone Venture, with participation from NGS Super and Xiamen Guosheng Fund, while existing investors including ABC Impact and Nanjing Ronghe Venture Capital increased their investment. The proceeds will support the company’s core operations, continued technology development, and global business expansion. The financing marks a notable vote of confidence from overseas strategic investors in the commercialization potential of intelligent electric trucking. DeepWay said the new investors bring not only capital, but also access to international business networks that can support its overseas growth in the years ahead. Founded in 2020, DeepWay focuses on forward-engineered electric heavy-duty trucks designed for commercial freight scenarios. The company says it is the first in China, and among the first globally, to develop and scale intelligent new energy heavy-duty truck solutions through a forward-engineering approach, rather than retrofitting legacy diesel truck platforms. By June 30, 2025, DeepWay had delivered approximately 6,400 vehicles, all from commercial orders. Its deliveries reached 509 units in 2023, 3,002 units in 2024, and 2,873 units in the first half of 2025, underscoring a rapid commercialization trajectory. The company’s trucks are built around a proprietary electric drivetrain and control architecture, with a focus on energy efficiency, total cost of ownership, and operational safety. DeepWay has also integrated its driver assistance technologies across its vehicle lineup. Its standard intelligent driving assistance system, Tianji Suixing, is designed to improve safety, reduce driver fatigue, and optimize energy consumption in long-haul freight operations. In higher-level autonomy, DeepWay has also been advancing Tianji Yanxing, its intelligent platooning transport system, with vehicles already in
Apr 21, 2026 · via roboticsandautomationnews.com
Komatsu has commissioned its 1,000th autonomous ultra-class haul truck equipped with the company's FrontRunner autonomous haulage system, marking a historic milestone in autonomous mining. The achievement reinforces Komatsu's position as the pioneer and global leader in autonomous haulage since introducing the first commercial autonomous mining technology in 2008. "Commissioning our 1,000th autonomous haul truck is a defining moment for Komatsu and for the mining industry. It reflects nearly two decades of innovation, collaboration with our customers and a relentless focus on creating real operational value," Peter Salditt, president of mining business division and CEO of Komatsu Mining, said. "We are incredibly proud of this milestone, and even more excited about what lies ahead as we continue to advance autonomous, electrified and software-defined solutions that help our customers operate more safely, productively and sustainably." The milestone truck is a Komatsu 930E-5AT, an ultra-class electric drive truck with a 290-metric-ton payload deployed at Barrick's Nevada Gold Mines operation in the United States. This deployment extends Komatsu's autonomous haulage technology into gold mining operations through a strategic partnership with Barrick. The 930E-5AT belongs to Komatsu's electric drive haul truck lineup that supports FrontRunner deployments globally. The 930E ultra-class electric drive truck has become the most widely deployed model, representing more than 500 autonomous trucks across customer sites today. Komatsu continues expanding automation beyond haulage to include autonomous water trucks, which improve safety by reducing manual equipment interactions and supporting road maintenance. Komatsu customers using FrontRunner have collectively moved over 11.5 billion metric tons of material since the system's commercial introduction, demonstrating the scale, reliability and productivity of autonomous haulage across demanding mining environments. The system operates at mine sites across North America, South America, Australia and Europe, spanning diverse commodities and operating conditions. Beyond operational performance, FrontRunner generated approximately $2.4 billion in social
Apr 21, 2026 · via canadianminingjournal.com
The autonomous vehicle wave has its newest entrant. Humble, a San Francisco-based startup, emerged from stealth today with a $24 million seed round and a fully electric autonomous freight vehicle called the Humble Hauler, Fortune learned exclusively. Eclipse led the round, with Energy Impact Partners also participating. The Hauler has no cab (essentially a self-driving platform) and is designed for 40-foot and 53-foot shipping containers and runs dock-to-dock—unloading at the destination rather than dropping a trailer and leaving. This isn’t always the case: Fellow AV trucking company Aurora operates a hub-to-hub model that hands off to local human drivers at drop yards near city limits, while Kodiak’s commercial operations rely on fixed launch-and-landing zones with no autonomous last-mile delivery. “Trucks were never designed to be autonomous,” Eyal Cohen, Humble’s CEO and founder, told Fortune. “Removing the cab allows us to rethink the whole vehicle for an autonomous future.” Eliminating the cab opens up 360-degree sensor coverage across cameras, LiDAR, and radar, and frees payload capacity. The autonomy stack runs on vision-language-action models—a newer paradigm than rule-based systems. Humble built its first prototype in roughly six months. Cohen’s background lends credibility to that timeline: He helped build Otto, the company that completed the first autonomous freight delivery by semi-truck in 2016, sold SparkAI to John Deere in 2023, and ran hardware at Waabi. His team spans Tesla, Waymo, Cruise, Apple, and Uber. Jiten Behl, partner at Eclipse and a Humble board member, joined the firm in January 2024. He previously served as Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Growth Officer at Rivian, where he helped close Amazon’s order for 100,000 electric delivery vans—the largest EV delivery vehicle purchase on record—and led more than $10 billion in financing, including Rivian’s IPO. He frames Humble’s pitch to logistics operators simply. “When you go to
Apr 21, 2026 · via fortune.com
(Yicai) April 21 -- MMD Group, a UK manufacturer of innovative material processing equipment, has linked arms with CiDi to integrate the Chinese company's advanced autonomous technology into global mining operations. CiDi will provide self-driving hardware and software for MMD's TraxIQ material handling platform, including sensing and compute systems, as well as retrofit kits designed to make compatible mining equipment autonomous, a spokesperson for the UK company told Yicai yesterday. MMD will handle the platform's global commercialization and deployment. Real-world deployability, or can the autonomous tech operate reliably in demanding and wide-ranging mining environments, fully integrate with existing operations, and support the transition pathway that most mines require, was a major consideration when evaluating CiDi as a potential partner, the spokesperson noted. "Mining operations do not move from conventional to fully autonomous overnight," the spokesperson pointed out. “They are evolving environments, often with constraints around site layout, connectivity, infrastructure, and legacy equipment.” "The agreement establishes a framework for long-term collaboration as the TraxIQ platform progresses toward deployment and commercialization across global mining markets," said Ma Wei, co-founder of CiDi. CiDi's flagship product MetaMine, the first fully autonomous, system-level solution designed for mining operations, integrates driverless trucks, a fleet coordination module, a central dispatch platform, and a teleoperation station for remote excavator control into a single haulage architecture. MetaMine was deployed at CHN Energy Investment Group's open-pit coal mine in northwest China. Within two months of starting trial operation in early 2024, 56 self-driving trucks were operating alongside roughly 500 manned vehicles without on-site safety personnel, making it the world's largest mixed-operation mining fleet. CiDi’s revenue surged 115.8 percent year on year to CNY884.8 million (USD129.8 million) last year, driven by a fourfold increase in deliveries to 630 units/sets. As of Feb. 28, the company had delivered and was in the
Apr 21, 2026 · via yicaiglobal.com
- DeepWay has expanded pre-IPO funding round, bringing the total raised in latest round to over $310 million. - The deal marks one of the largest single funding rounds in China's autonomous heavy-duty truck sector in the past five years. DeepWay Technology expanded its pre-IPO funding round, bringing the total capital raised in this round to more than $310 million, according to a company press release on Tuesday. The deal ranks as one of the largest single funding rounds in China's autonomous heavy-duty truck industry over the past five years, providing a fresh financial buffer for the Chinese truck tech company as it sprints toward public markets. The latest capital injection was led by UAE-based Stone, with participation from Australian superannuation fund NGS Super and Xiamen Guosheng Fund. Existing shareholders, including ABC Impact and Nanjing Ronghe Capital, also increased their stakes. The expanded round builds on the company's previously completed 1.177 billion yuan ($173 million) pre-IPO financing. The new funds will primarily be used for the research and development of autonomous driving technology and the commercialization of unmanned freight robots in the global market, according to the company. DeepWay said the significance of this funding goes beyond the dollar amount, as the addition of three overseas investors provides network resources across the Middle East, Australia, Southeast Asia, and parts of the European and US markets. This makes the company's 2026 overseas commercialization plans more actionable, it said. Founded in 2020, DeepWay develops new-energy heavy-duty trucks, advanced driver-assistance systems, and freight solutions. The company filed for a Hong Kong initial public offering in November 2025, seeking to raise capital in the public markets for its next phase of expansion. According to its prospectus, DeepWay reported revenue of 1.5 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, though it has yet to
Apr 21, 2026 · via cnevpost.com
Gasgoo Munich- PsiBot officially unveiled its in-house developed ψ-SynRobot on April 20, kicking off mass production immediately. The ψ-SynRobot is designed as a general-purpose robotic platform for complex logistics, retail, and industrial environments. Unlike traditional industrial robots, which are often confined to specialized, closed systems, this model features an innovative architecture that integrates task execution with data collection. It not only handles high-precision operations with accuracy but also gathers high-quality operational data while on the job in real-world settings. This creates a continuous evolution loop: application deployment, data accumulation, model iteration, and capability upgrades. Image source: PsiBot To achieve this, the ψ-SynRobot employs a multi-joint biomimetic structure for dexterous manipulation, boasting the power to execute long-horizon tasks. It handles multi-step operations within complex environments with an industry-leading accuracy rate. Additionally, its advanced spatial perception system allows for rapid adaptation across various scenarios—including warehouse sorting, retail guidance, and industrial assembly—truly delivering "one machine, multiple uses" to meet the flexible demands of different sectors. Furthermore, PsiBot embedded data collection capabilities directly into the core architecture during the initial design phase of the ψ-SynRobot. Every time the robot completes a task, it simultaneously generates a packet of high-quality training data covering vision, tactile feedback, and motion trajectories. The ψ-SynRobot also incorporates comprehensive safety design, enabling stable 24/7 continuous operation. This significantly boosts operational efficiency in real-world deployments like warehouses, supermarkets, and industrial production lines while lowering labor costs. PsiBot noted that with the official release and mass production of the ψ-SynRobot, the company has established a complete product matrix ranging from an "embodied AI brain" to a "holistic execution platform." This portfolio covers various product forms, including wheeled robots and exoskeleton gloves. Founded in 2024, PsiBot has focused on overcoming the challenges of dexterous manipulation in embodied AI from the outset. The company
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Read this article in 中文 Français Deutsch Italiano Português Español MMD, CiDi partner for autonomous material handling in mining 20 April 2026 Move follows MMD’s acquistion of technology from Anglo American China’s CiDi Inc. said it has signed an exclusive agreement with MMD Group Ltd. to co-develop autonomous material movement solutions for the global mining market. The partnership covers joint R&D, integration and global deployment. “Autonomous material handling is critical to improving efficiency, enhancing safety, and reducing operating costs,” said Martin Vorster, group managing director of MMD Group. “CiDi’s advanced technology and proven deployment experience, complement MMD’s global reach and manufacturing capabilities.” MMD Group is a provider of mineral processing solutions with over 45 years of experience. Headquartered in the Isle of Man, it operates 23 offices and six manufacturing facilities worldwide. “This partnership marks a milestone in bringing CiDi’s autonomous mining technology to global markets,” said Dr. Ma Wei, co-founder and vice chairman of the board of CiDi. “It represents a transition from domestic leadership to international deployment.” Founded in 2017, China-based CiDi is an autonomous driving company specialising in commercial vehicles, with solutions spanning autonomous mining trucks, logistics vehicles, V2X, and intelligent perception systems. The company has reportedly deployed over 1,500 autonomous mining trucks in mainland China. TraxIQ playing key role The partnership will combine MMD’s experience in heavy machinery and chassis engineering with CiDi’s expertise in perception, control and autonomous driving systems to develop autonomous mining trucks, with MMD’s TraxIQ platform playing a key role in the joint development. MMD recently signed an agreement with mining company Anglo American for the intellectual property rights for TraxIQ, a system-level material handling solution originally developed by the miner. As owner of the TraxIQ IP, MMD said it will be able to lead its industrialisation, commercialisation, and global deployment. With
Apr 20, 2026 · via powerprogress.com
Ari Motors plans autonomous delivery vehicles with Arvia and experiences increasing demand ARI Motors Industries SE from Borna near Leipzig has announced the introduction of autonomous delivery vehicles and, according to its own statements, has initiated "significant next steps for the scaling" of the subsidiary ARVIA established for this purpose. In this context, the management decided to list ARVIA on the Swedish trading platform Spotlight Stock Market as part of an initial public offering. To implement this, ARI plans to structure a Swedish holding company, through which the ARVIA group will be represented in the future. The aim of the transaction, according to the announcement, is to create the conditions for further growth in the area of autonomous delivery vehicles and to attract international investors - particularly from Scandinavia. The provider currently expects to implement the IPO within the coming months. Why Sweden as a Capital Market and Development Location The decision for an IPO in Sweden is based on several strategic considerations. On the one hand, there has been an established contact with the Spotlight Stock Market in Stockholm since its own IPO, which has been continuously maintained over the past years. Even then, Sweden, along with Germany, was discussed as a potential capital market location. On the other hand, compared to the rest of Europe, Sweden offers a particularly innovation-friendly environment for autonomous mobility solutions. The regulatory framework already allows for the implementation of concrete pilot projects and the operational use of autonomous systems in public spaces, argue the Saxons. Delivery Robots Already in Use in Sweden In the first Swedish cities, autonomous delivery robots are already being used in real city operations, moving independently on sidewalks and performing deliveries. In parallel, government programs and industry-driven initiatives specifically promote the development and integration of autonomous transport solutions into
Apr 20, 2026 · via logistra.de
Dublin, April 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Electric Truck Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2021-2031" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Global Electric Truck Market is projected to expand from USD 13.38 Billion in 2025 to USD 20.84 Billion by 2031, achieving a compound annual growth rate of 7.66% This sector consists of commercial cargo vehicles that utilize electric motors powered by batteries or fuel cell technologies instead of traditional internal combustion engines. The market's growth is fundamentally propelled by rigorous government mandates requiring zero-emission logistics and the distinct economic benefits arising from lower maintenance and operational costs compared to diesel counterparts. According to the International Energy Agency, global sales of electric trucks surged by nearly 80% in 2024, surpassing 90,000 units internationally. Despite this growth, a significant obstacle limiting broader market adoption is the insufficient availability of high-power public charging infrastructure designed specifically for heavy transport. The current shortage of megawatt-class charging stations imposes logistical constraints on long-haul operations, necessitating complicated route planning that diminishes overall fleet efficiency. Furthermore, the substantial capital expenditure required to upgrade electrical grids to accommodate the massive power demands of commercial fleets adds complexity to the rapid deployment of essential charging networks. Market Drivers: Stringent government emission regulations serve as the primary catalyst for electrifying heavy transport, forcing manufacturers to transition toward battery-electric platforms to ensure compliance. Regulators globally are establishing legal frameworks that dictate specific sales quotas for zero-emission vehicles, effectively planning the phase-out of diesel powertrains in the coming decades. These mandates penalize non-compliance while incentivizing the development of heavy-duty supply chains, ensuring legacy truck makers prioritize electric vehicle innovation over internal combustion engine refinements. For instance, the United States Environmental Protection Agency's March 2024 'Final Rule for Phase 3 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for
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Gasgoo Munich- Gasgoo reported on April 16 that Pony.ai and GAC COMMERCIAL VEHICLE signed a strategic partnership agreement in Guangzhou. As leading local enterprises in the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, the two companies plan to leverage GAC COMMERCIAL VEHICLE's robust industrial ecosystem alongside Pony.ai's autonomous driving technology. By deeply integrating vehicle platforms, system integration, and operational scenarios, they aim to advance the large-scale commercialization of autonomous trucks (Robotrucks) in the region and across nationwide logistics networks. This collaboration further solidifies Pony.ai's strategic footprint for its trucking business in the Greater Bay Area. Image Source: Pony.ai Under the partnership, GAC COMMERCIAL VEHICLE will capitalize on its strengths in vehicle platforms and manufacturing systems to build highly reliable platforms and steer-by-wire chassis tailored for autonomous driving. Pony.ai, for its part, will leverage its advanced algorithms and system capabilities to provide a mature, efficient L4-level autonomous truck solution. The joint Robotruck will be built on Pony.ai's fourth-generation autonomous truck system. This system fully adopts the full-redundancy design and safety standards of the company's latest Robotaxi generation. It is equipped with a fully redundant steer-by-wire chassis to ensure safe operations under all conditions. Designed with a lifespan of 20,000 hours, the trucks are capable of supporting 1 million kilometers of freight operations. Pony.ai continues to drive cost reduction and efficiency in the logistics sector, with the fourth-generation kit costing 70% less than its predecessor.
Apr 20, 2026 · via autonews.gasgoo.com
Gasgoo Munich- Gasgoo reported on April 16 that Pony.ai and GAC COMMERCIAL VEHICLE signed a strategic partnership agreement in Guangzhou. As leading local enterprises in the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, the two companies plan to leverage GAC COMMERCIAL VEHICLE's robust industrial ecosystem alongside Pony.ai's autonomous driving technology. By deeply integrating vehicle platforms, system integration, and operational scenarios, they aim to advance the large-scale commercialization of autonomous trucks (Robotrucks) in the region and across nationwide logistics networks. This collaboration further solidifies Pony.ai's strategic footprint for its trucking business in the Greater Bay Area. Image Source: Pony.ai Under the partnership, GAC COMMERCIAL VEHICLE will capitalize on its strengths in vehicle platforms and manufacturing systems to build highly reliable platforms and steer-by-wire chassis tailored for autonomous driving. Pony.ai, for its part, will leverage its advanced algorithms and system capabilities to provide a mature, efficient L4-level autonomous truck solution. The joint Robotruck will be built on Pony.ai's fourth-generation autonomous truck system. This system fully adopts the full-redundancy design and safety standards of the company's latest Robotaxi generation. It is equipped with a fully redundant steer-by-wire chassis to ensure safe operations under all conditions. Designed with a lifespan of 20,000 hours, the trucks are capable of supporting 1 million kilometers of freight operations. Pony.ai continues to drive cost reduction and efficiency in the logistics sector, with the fourth-generation kit costing 70% less than its predecessor.
Apr 20, 2026 · via autonews.gasgoo.com
[PRNewswire] Zoomlion Unveils Latest Advancements -- Accelerating Global Deployment of Ultra-Large Hydraulic Excavators and Smart Mining Solutions CHANGSHA, China April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire=YONHAP/ -- Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. ("Zoomlion" or the "Company"; 1157.HK) has unveiled the latest advancements in its ultra-large hydraulic excavator portfolio and intelligent mining equipment lineup. This reinforces its commitment to building the next generation of efficient, safe, and sustainable mining operations worldwide. With global mining projects trending towards larger scale, higher efficiency, and lower emissions, Zoomlion continues to expand its presence in the 100-ton-and-above excavator segment through technological innovation and integrated system solutions. The Company has developed a comprehensive product range spanning 60 to 1,000 tons, including the ZE1050G to ZE2000G series, as well as heavy-duty equipment such as the 400-ton ZE4000G ultra-large excavator, the 35m³ ZRS35G electric shovel, and the hybrid electric-drive ZTE520 mining dump truck. Together with equipment development, Zoomlion is advancing the green and intelligent transformation across mining operations. The Company is promoting electrification, hybrid power, and hydrogen energy pathways, while introducing megawatt-level ultra-fast charging and mobile energy replenishment systems to improve operational efficiency and reduce carbon intensity. Zoomlion has also established an integrated technology ecosystem spanning "Smart Vehicle, Smart Driving, Smart Mine, and Smart Logistics," enabling remote operation, fault early warning, and predictive maintenance across entire mining fleets. Among its latest innovations, the ZT115DPEV wide-body battery trolley truck [https://im-mining.com/2026/02/03/zoomlions-wide-body-battery-trolley-option/] features a dual power system combining overhead line and battery supply, helping reduce charging constraints in mining operations while improving efficiency and route flexibility. The ZT160HEV intelligent mining truck [https://im-mining.com/2026/01/29/changsha-companies-cidi-zoomlion-collaborate-on-hybrid-autonomous-mining-truck-fleet/] has also demonstrated 24/7 autonomous operation in cold-region mines, with more than 120 units deployed in temperatures as low as minus 30 degrees Celsius, supporting stable performance in harsh, high-dust environments. Wu Yuanfeng, Deputy General Manager of Zoomlion Earthmoving
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Tesla (TSLA +2.96%) stock is on the decline. Since 2026, shares have lost more than 15% of their value. The company recently posted declining automotive sales for the third year in a row, while competition in the electric vehicle (EV) space continues to rise sharply. Still, the company has a market cap north of $1 trillion. That size gives the company something few competitors can match: access to capital. Few companies have the ability to raise billions of dollars in fresh capital as quickly as Tesla. This is partially why the company can target massive growth opportunities that few corporations on Earth could ever dream of going after. In fact, there's one market in particular that could add more than $1 trillion to Tesla's current market cap. If Tesla succeeds in this market, its current troubles will become ancient history. NASDAQ: TSLA Key Data Points 1 opportunity for Tesla to add $1 trillion to its market cap Ridesharing is already a giant business. Uber Technologies has a market cap of around $150 billion. Some forecasts believe the global rideshare market will exceed $650 billion by 2034. But those estimates usually just include the conventional rideshare market. By the end of the decade, there may be a brand new opportunity far bigger than the conventional rideshare market: robotaxis. Of course, for robotaxis to exist, self-driving technology would need to reach a level of maturity that currently does not exist. But according to a new report from McKinsey & Co., the future has nearly arrived: Autonomous vehicles are on the on-ramp to full deployment. Recent years have seen the first Level 3 (L3) vehicle releases, more than 700,000 fully autonomous robo-taxi rides per week, and the first driverless demos for autonomous trucks. This ramp-up is global: Europe has been home to more
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- United States - / - Software - / - NasdaqGS:AUR Aurora Innovation (AUR) Is Up 27.0% After Pre‑Earnings Optimism Around 2026 Driverless Truck Targets - Aurora Innovation recently extended its run of gains as investors increased buying ahead of its first‑quarter 2026 earnings release, scheduled after the market close on May 6 and followed by a conference call to discuss financial and operating highlights. - The company’s previously stated goal of operating more than 200 driverless trucks by the end of 2026 has become a focal point for investors assessing how its autonomous freight platform could influence future revenue scale and business momentum. - We’ll now examine how anticipation around Aurora’s plan to operate more than 200 driverless trucks by 2026 may influence its investment narrative. The future of work is here. Discover the 34 top robotics and automation stocks leading the charge in AI-driven automation and industrial transformation. Aurora Innovation Investment Narrative Recap To own Aurora Innovation, you need to believe its autonomous trucking platform can scale far beyond today’s minimal US$3.0 million revenue base and heavy losses. The latest earnings date news reinforces that the key near term catalyst remains proof of progress toward the 200 driverless truck target, while the biggest risk is that commercialization and gross profit timing slip, prolonging high cash burn and potential dilution. The share price move itself does not materially change those fundamentals. Among recent developments, the appointment of former Meta finance leader David Wehner to Aurora’s board stands out in this context. With Q1 2026 results and the 200 truck goal in focus, investors may view added financial oversight and governance experience as important as the company balances rapid deployment ambitions against sustained quarterly net losses of over US$200 million and a cash runway only into the second half of
Apr 19, 2026 · via simplywall.st
Automation is growing at Australia's biggest gold mine — but at what cost? In short: The mining industry is transforming, as workers move from on-the-ground roles to roles in control rooms. At Boddington, Australia's largest gold mine, leaders say automation has significantly improved function and efficiency. Unions and experts have concerns over safety and jobs. At Australia's biggest gold mine, a real life video game is playing out. These days, the two open-cut pits at the Boddington Gold Mine, around 130km south of Perth, are largely empty of human staff. In a control room kilometres away, workers sit behind screens in comfortable chairs, keeping the mine operating and the gold moving by using what look a lot like gaming controllers. Many of these workers were once truck drivers or drill operators. Newmont Boddington General Manager Chris Dark says the benefits are widespread. "We were the first gold mine to put in autonomous trucks and to use autonomous drills," he said. "We also (are) really moving a lot less people into the mine — there's a lot less interaction inside the mine." This, Mr Dark argues, is the most significant benefit. "It's safer and more productive and it sets us up in the long term to put less people in and around moving operating equipment,"he said. Automation unavoidable The workers are in the midst of an industry looking to push further and further into the use of both automation and AI. Australia's peak scientific body says the autonomous revolution's impacts are being felt across the resources sector. "This has been a highly innovative industry for a number of years, and certainly over the past decade, a lot of those innovations have really started to bear fruit," CSIRO mining researcher Chad Hargrave said. "We're a lot more focused on innovation than maybe
Apr 19, 2026 · via abc.net.au
Tesla FSD v14.3.1 Shows Real-World Obstacle Avoidance: Potholes and Manholes Skirted in Latest Build According to Sawyer Merritt on X, Tesla FSD v14.3.1 successfully avoided multiple potholes and manholes during real-world driving, with the system either independently choosing evasive paths or following leading-vehicle cues, as shown in the shared clip; the update also saves FSD overlay data directly to the phone for review. As reported by Sawyer Merritt, this behavior highlights improved road-hazard detection and path planning that can reduce wheel and suspension damage costs for fleet operators and owners. According to the same source, the on-device clip export with FSD telemetry streamlines incident analysis for businesses evaluating autonomy performance and driver monitoring. SourceAnalysis Diving deeper into the technical aspects, Tesla's FSD V14.3.1 likely leverages vision-based AI models, eschewing traditional radar and lidar in favor of camera-only inputs processed by neural networks. According to Tesla's AI Day presentations in 2022, their Occupancy Network can predict road surface conditions in real-time, potentially enabling independent decisions on obstacle avoidance. This is a step up from earlier versions, where FSD V12 in 2024 introduced end-to-end learning for smoother navigation. Implementation challenges include varying road conditions across regions; for instance, a 2025 study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety noted that AI systems struggle with unmarked potholes in low-light scenarios, leading to potential overrides. Businesses looking to monetize this technology could explore partnerships with insurance companies, offering premiums based on FSD usage data, which has shown a 30 percent reduction in claims according to Tesla's 2024 safety report. Ethical implications arise in data privacy, as FSD collects vast amounts of driving footage; Tesla addresses this through opt-in features, complying with regulations like the EU's General Data Protection Regulation updated in 2023. Competitive analysis shows Tesla holding a 25 percent market share in electric
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