Autonomous trucking gets real with Volvo and Aurora's production-ready driverless big rig

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Autonomous trucking gets real with Volvo and Aurora's production-ready driverless big rig

Volvo and Aurora have unveiled a production-ready autonomous semi-truck, the Volvo VNL Autonomous, equipped with advanced technology for driverless operation on various road types and weather conditions. The collaboration between Volvo and Aurora has resulted in a cutting-edge self-driving software stack, the Aurora Driver, which integrates powerful computing systems and sensors for safe autonomous driving. This move signifies a significant step towards the future of self-driving trucks hitting real-world roads.

The VNL Autonomous truck will initially operate with a human driver for freight hauling, with plans to transition to fully driverless operations in the near future. Extensive real-world testing and training have been conducted to ensure the AI system's reliability and safety, accumulating millions of miles in simulation and commercial trucking routes. While challenges such as regulatory approvals and public acceptance remain, Volvo and Aurora's partnership marks a milestone in the autonomous trucking industry.

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