Daimler has announced that its autonomous electric semi-trucks, specifically the Class 8 electric eCascadia models equipped with self-driving technology from Torc Robotics, will begin operations on U.S. roads by 2027. The trucks will initially run routes between Laredo and Dallas, Texas. This initiative marks a significant step for Daimler, combining sustainable electric power with advanced autonomous driving capabilities in a commercial trucking format, addressing future markets and emission realities.
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Daimler Truck added autonomous driving technology to its Class 8 electric eCascadia, creating a demo that addresses future markets for driverless trucks and emission realities that will eventually push out diesel fuel. https://t.co/s6G7Fl0jrF
Daimler calls the combination of the zero-emissions battery-powered Freightliner eCascadia with self-driving technology a company-first and “the best of both worlds.” #truckingnews https://t.co/Vd7bsdJdVr
.@Daimlertruck @freightliner eCascadia-based tractor equipped with @torcrobotics #selfdriving software will execute runs between Laredo and #Dallas in #Texas first. By @kginalex #autonomous #trucks #trucking #electrictrucks #Daimler https://t.co/12fDdJpfKq
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