International Motors has taken a major step in autonomous trucking with the launch of its second-generation customer fleet trials in Texas. Partnering with PlusAI, the initiative signals a turning point for freight transport as the industry prepares for commercial deployment of self-driving trucks by 2027. The trials are being closely watched by fleet operators, policymakers, and competitors as the technology nears large-scale adoption.
From beta to real-world
The trials are powered by PlusAI’s SuperDrive, an AI-based autonomous driving system refined through years of development. In late 2024, the TRATON Group, which...
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