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In a surprising midnight twist, California's Governor Gavin Newsom threw a wrench into plans to ban self-driving trucks without a human onboard till the 2030s.
Union vs. Tech: The Showdown
Unions rallied, anxious about disappearing jobs and safety issues.
Teamsters rolled out a massive caravan, urging the governor for a green light on the law.
Detractors say autonomous trucks are still freshmen in tackling complex road scenarios.
Tech World Chimes In:
They say driverless trucks could be a jackpot, slicing costs and hiking safety.
It would enable trucks to run loads on highways 24/7.
Plus, it eliminates human error, reducing insurance costs.
California, The Golden (State) Opportunity:
Hosting two key US ports, it's a state full of opportunities for autonomous trucking.
Draft rules for heavy-duty driverless vehicles are on the drawing board.
For now, driverless trucks can’t test on California's public roads.
Across the US:
US autonomous truck firms mostly operate in the Southeast and West.
All keep safety drivers behind the wheel.
TuSimple boasted the first fully driverless demonstration, but the company has paused US operations.
Bumpy Ride for Driverless Big Rigs:
Autonomous trucking has faced many hurdles.
Some startups have vanished from the landscape, while others are turning towards other ventures like robotaxis.
Yet, Daimler Truck North America, Kodiak Robotics, and Aurora Innovation remain committed to autonomous trucks. Â
Future of Autonomous Trucking in California
California's significance in the national supply chain makes it a crucial battleground for the autonomous trucking industry. While Governor Newsom's veto maintains the status quo for now, the question remains: when will self-driving trucks truly transform the way we move goods?
We commend @CAgovernor Newsom for vetoing #AB316. As a result, California’s safety experts can continue to evaluate autonomous vehicle technology and consider appropriate regulatory action.
Hi! I'm Adriana and I've been working for FreightCaviar as Head Writer for a little over a year now. Some of my favorite topics to cover are FreightTech, Green Freight, and nearshoring/reshoring.
