Kodiak Robotics partnered with law enforcement and a technology company to conduct 1,000 equipment inspections using an autonomous system, demonstrating its effectiveness over a year. The pilot program, utilizing the Drivewyze platform and the Texas Department of Transportation, aimed to safely integrate autonomous trucks into regular traffic using the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s new inspection standards. This move towards autonomous trucking reduces inspection-related delays, directly addressing and putting the future of PRIMO’s commitment to efficient and compliant freight solutions amidst evolving industry regulations front and center.

• Enhanced Inspection Program: Kodiak Robotics partnered with the Texas Department of Transportation to pilot the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s new inspection program for autonomous trucks, conducting over 1,000 inspections.
• Inspection Results: The pilot identified more than 525 defects, with 95% found on trailers and only 5% on tractors. This highlights the thoroughness of the enhanced inspection compared to traditional methods.
• Safety Standards: The program aims to raise safety standards across the trucking industry, ensuring autonomous trucks are road-safe and potentially reducing the frequency of roadside inspections.
• Future Potential: The successful pilot could help build confidence in autonomous trucking, with plans to refine and expand the program beyond Texas.

Reference: fleetowner.com