Driverless AI trucks begin limited highway testing, but broad adoption remains distant

A few companies have started testing early driverless 18-wheelers with onboard AI on limited routes, including some in Texas, though widespread use in freight shipping is still a long way off.

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2026-10-29 15:20 · TechXplore AI & ML
Driverless 18‑wheelers are on a few highways, but widespread use is a long way down the road

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