Autonomous technology

Former Google exec was not currently in prison but faced 18-month sentence eventually

GreyOrange’s Ranger autonomous robots work with employees in an e-fulfillment center in the Netherlands.

Autonomous trucking software developer Ike announced a partnership to deploy level 4 driverless trucks.

Human error-related insurance claims represented over $1.6 billion in losses, according to insurance report.

Waymo is the exclusive technology partner for implementing self-driving technology across Fiat Chrysler’s full product portfolio.

Partnering with TuSimple, Navistar shaves up to five years off industry timeline for driverless trucks, targeting 2024 to sell autonomous semis.

Outrider focuses on autonomous zero-emissions yard operations for logistics hubs.

With final approvals in hand, German commercial vehicle mega-supplier ZF Friedrichshafen creates a new division for technology supplier Wabco Holdings, adding 12,000 employees.

Amazon is looking to acquire self-driving technology startup Zoox, with talks being underway between the two companies.

Amazon’s slower deliveries are leveling the playing field; global natural gas demand to drop by record levels; Nauto announces predictive collision alert feature.

A $750 million external investment this week comes as an extension to Waymo’s $2.25 billion financing earlier in March.

Paul Schlegel writes about the future of autonomous vehicles – particularly autonomous trucks.

While most executives agree that digital disruption is creating winners and losers, their views on the immediate impact of most technologies remain uncertain.

Anthony Levandowski still faces criminal charges after federal prosecutors allege he stole secrets about Google’s self-driving arm.

Apex.AI is an autonomous driving startup that builds software on the Robot Operating System (ROS), bringing improved safety to vehicles.

U.S. DOT green lights Nuro with first ever autonomous vehicle exemption

Autonomous electric shuttles hit Columbus; global auto market might slowdown over coronavirus; Nikola Motor to produce trucks in Germany

Ben Thrower’s commentary on whether we are approaching “peak car” will make you think about the present and the future…

FreightWaves’ Chief Analytics Officer Dean Croke (who also has been a professional truck driver), reviews the newest Freightliner Cascadia.