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Articlesby Jim ParkJune 12, 2019

Test Drive: With Early Autonomous Tech, Drivers Are Still Required

Daimler’s optional Level 2 technologies, Lane Keep Assist and ACC to Zero, will make drivers’ jobs easier and likely a little safer — if they don’t abuse them. Jim Park reports on his experience with the latest Detroit technology on a Freightliner Cascadia.

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Photo Galleriesby David CullenJune 10, 2019

The Sustainable Future at Michelin's Movin'On Conference [Photos]

The 2019 Movin'On Summit, a transportation technology and sustainability showcase created and fostered by Michelin, was held June 4 to 6 in Montreal. HDT Executive Editor David Cullen was on hand, getting a glimpse into what the sustainable future of transportation may hold..

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Locking It Inby Rolf LockwoodJune 5, 2019

How is Trucking Different in 2019?

There are many lifers in the trucking industry and in 2019 it seems that so much has changed that it's hard to pinpoint just how different it has become, finds Executive Contributing Editor Rolf Lockwood.

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Newsby David CullenJune 4, 2019

Michelin to Deploy Einride Electric Autonomous Truck

Michelin Group will support Sweden-based startup firm Einride by deploying its autonomous and all-electric T/Pod transport truck starting next year at the tire maker’s production facilities in Clermont-Ferrand, France.

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Newsby Jack RobertsJune 4, 2019

Q&A: Torc Robotics CEO on Daimler Acquisition and Autonomous Tech Timeline

Why Torc Robotics CEO Michael Fleming he thinks autonomous technology will make its initial inroads in long-haul fleets, and how the technology will make truck drivers' lives better inside of a decade.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2019

Haldex Changes CEOs as Company Enters New Phase

The board of Haldex has decided on a change of leadership for the company, naming board member Helene Svahn to chief executive officer.

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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2019

Daimler Invests in 'Highly Automated' Trucks with New Autonomous Technology Group

Daimler Trucks says it's going to have highly automated trucks in production within a decade, and it's launched a new global business unit to help make it happen.

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Newsby StaffMay 23, 2019

Ford Unveils Walking Delivery Robot Concept Vehicle

Digit is an experimental, walking delivery robot, designed by Ford and Agility Robotics to work in conjunction with automated delivery vehicles.

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Newsby StaffMay 21, 2019

TuSimple Self-Driving Trucks to Test Hauling Mail for USPS

The United States Postal Service has awarded self-driving truck technology developer TuSimple with a contract to perform five round trips hauling USPS trailers as part of a two-week pilot program.

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Articlesby Jim ParkMay 17, 2019

Getting the Most Out of Cruise Control

While an experienced driver with a light foot may still be the best way to maximize fuel economy, with the advent of predictive cruise control, you'd be hard-pressed to beat its efficiency in everyday driving.

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