New Technology : First Autonomous Truck Announced: What Does This Mean for Truckers?

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If you see a truck driver asleep at the wheel in Nevada, don’t panic: it might just be an autonomous vehicle. The Freightliner Inspiration – Nevada license plate AU 010 – is the first self-driving transport truck to hit the roads anywhere. With permission from the state of Nevada to operate on limited access highways, this truck is a significant landmark toward the future of transportation. Daimler, a German automaker which owns the Mercedes brand, is responsible for the development of the truck. They claim it will make drivers lives easier, reduce accidents and save on fuel. But how does it...

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