Loadsmith Freight Network News Today

Everywhere you look there’s plenty of action in the truck autonomy space. Here’s a wide angle look at what’s happening (and not happening) across various use cases.

Autonomous trucks using “Kodiak Driver” technology will hand off loads to human drivers for local pickups and deliveries

The group has raised concerns over nominee Julie Sus role in passing Californias AB 5 independent contractor legislation. Also: DAT launches Profit Estimator tool; new Calstart program looks to help small fleets transition to electric trucks; more.

NHTSA and FMCSA will jointly issue a rulemaking proposal to require AEB on new trucks with a GVWR over 10,000 pounds. Also: Load board equipping 800 trucks with autonomous tech for long runs; Volvo testing impacts of extreme heat, cold on electric trucks.

Loadsmith, a third-party logistics platform based in Denver, Col., has announced plans to equip 800 trucks with Kodiak’s autonomous vehicle technology –

Amidst the long-running shortage of long-haul truck drivers a major deal to move freight overland without a driver behind the wheel.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. and DENVER -- Self-driving trucking company Kodiak Robotics Inc. has announced plans to equip 800 self-driving big rigs for

Loadsmith, the leading third-party Capacity-as-a-Service (CaaS) logistics platform for shippers and carriers, today announced the launch of its new...

DENVER — Loadsmith has launched its new Loadsmith Driver App, which it says is the first mobile app for truck drivers that provides 24/7 access to view

Industry conditions for carriers deteriorated further in June as fuel, financing costs and freight rates were negative factors. Also: A potential mudflap/fuel tank issue prompts Kenworth T680 recall; new load board app; medium-duty Macks recalled; more.