The Rise of Driverless Trucks

Driverless trucks are a growing focus in the autonomous vehicle industry, with companies like Aurora, Kodiak, and Gautique testing their trucks on the roads of Texas. While driverless cars have been in development for a while, the attention is now shifting towards trucks. These companies, dubbed as software companies, are developing the autonomous technology that will be integrated into trucks manufactured by traditional truck makers. The trucks rely on a combination of cameras, LiDAR, and radar sensors to perceive their surroundings and make decisions. Each company has a slightly different approach to the market, with Gautique aiming to connect warehouses to stores, while Kodiak and Aurora focus on warehouse-to-warehouse transport. Safety is a top priority for these companies, as they strive to demonstrate that their autonomous technology can reduce accidents and improve road safety.