Technology
Volvo Trucks will offer unattended over-the-air software updates later this year. On June 4, Volvo introduced unattended over-the-air software updates that will allow drivers and fleets to continue operations while keeping trucks up-to-date. The feature will...
The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) rolled out truck driver facial recognition technology as part of a push to streamline operations. On June 4, GPA announced that facial recognition technology is now in use at the Garden...
Texas launches system for public complaints about driverless commercial vehicles
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) has rolled out a new system to allow the public to formally file safety complaints about commercial...
FMCSA says new Motus system will use biometrics to fight chameleon carriers and freight fraud
U.S. transportation officials say that a new trucking registration system will help to fight back against bad actors within the trucking and transportation industry....
Oklahoma troopers train on how to safely interact with autonomous semi trucks during traffic stops
Troopers with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) held a training session to prep troopers for the deployment of autonomous commercial vehicles state roadways as...
Driverless, cab-less electric trucks to transport cargo between Ohio warehouses this summer
An Ohio-based logistics company will partner with autonomous truck technology company Einride to deploy autonomous, cab-less electric trucks to deliver cargo between warehouse locations...
California to hand out $1 billion in rebates to fleets buying electric medium and heavy-duty trucks
California is now accepting applications for a $1 billion rebate program to help carriers access electric medium‑ and heavy‑duty trucks. On May 13, 2026, California...
AI-powered drones now monitoring two Detroit truck stops to provide real-time parking info
Autonomous drone technology company Birdstop announced that it is monitoring truck stops in Detroit, Michigan, in order to provide real-time parking availability information. In...
One of the largest private U.S. fleets to begin driverless trucking hauls in Texas
Aurora Innovation, Inc. will partner with a major restaurant distributor to begin driverless trucking operations in Texas. On May 6, 2026, Aurora announced an...
Autonomous truck completes first fully automated load across Texas with zero human assistance
An autonomous truck completed the nation’s first fully automated haul across Texas last week in a 230 mile run from Houston to Dallas. The run...
Amazon Supply Chain Services launches, giving all businesses access to massive logistics network
Amazon announced a new service that will allow retail, wholesale, and commercial businesses to access the company's massive supply chain network. On May 4, 2026,...
Refrigerated carrier agrees to purchase 500 self-driving semi trucks from Aurora
Driverless truck technology company Aurora Innovation, Inc. announced that one of the nation's leading refrigerated carriers agreed to purchase hundreds of semi trucks equipped...
California’s new AV rules give police power to cite driverless vehicles for moving violations, self-driving big rigs allowed
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced the adoption of several significant new autonomous vehicle (AV) regulations. On April 28, 2026, the California...
FMCSA urges trucking industry to prep for Motus registration system rollout by May 14 deadline
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) asked carriers to act now to get ready for the launch of a new online registration system...