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Industrial vehicle automation specialist ASI opens new office in Utah

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Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI), an industrial vehicle automation specialist and developer of the Mobius autonomous fleet management system, has broadened its presence within the state of Utah with the addition of an office in Lehi, part of the Salt Lake City metro.

ASI’s expansion, along with its ever-growing employee base at its headquarters in Mendon, Utah, makes it one of the fastest-growing technology companies within the state.

ASI’s increased US presence follows last month’s announcement of the launch of ASI’s construction business unit with SoftBank Group Corp. [Read more…] about Industrial vehicle automation specialist ASI opens new office in Utah

From Dubai to the NYSE: Interview with Micropolis Robotics CEO

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In a world rapidly embracing automation and artificial intelligence, one company is architecting the very fabric of tomorrow’s cities.

Fresh from a landmark debut on the NYSE American stock exchange, Micropolis Robotics is executing a meticulously planned strategy to scale its autonomous innovations for a global market.

Under the guidance of founder and CEO Fareed Aljawhari, the company is moving decisively from high-impact pilot programs with partners like the Dubai Police and The Sustainable City to full-scale commercialization, with a clear roadmap for growth and profitability. [Read more…] about From Dubai to the NYSE: Interview with Micropolis Robotics CEO

Navigating the ‘messy middle’: Safety and compliance considerations for autonomous fleet transition

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By Glen Mitchell, head of product management, Powerfleet

The transformation from traditional driver-operated trucks to fully autonomous vehicles isn’t happening overnight.

Instead, fleet operators find themselves navigating what industry experts call the “messy middle” – a complex transition period where human drivers, semi-autonomous systems, and emerging regulations intersect in unpredictable ways.

Recent milestones underscore the rapid evolution of this landscape. Aurora Innovation launched America’s first commercial driverless truck operations on Texas highways in May 2025, completing over 1,200 miles without a safety driver. [Read more…] about Navigating the ‘messy middle’: Safety and compliance considerations for autonomous fleet transition

Volvo achieves milestone with over 1 million tonnes hauled autonomously at Brønnøy Kalk

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Volvo Autonomous Solutions (VAS) has reached a major milestone in mining efficiency and productivity, successfully hauling over one million tonnes of limestone autonomously for customer Brønnøy Kalk in Norway.

This achievement underscores the transformative impact of autonomous technology in the mining and quarrying industries.

To date, the autonomous transport solution at Brønnøy Kalk in Velfjord, Norway, has covered more than 220,000 kilometers—the equivalent of over five laps around the equator – and moved 1 million tonnes of limestone, approximately the weight of 273 Eiffel Towers. [Read more…] about Volvo achieves milestone with over 1 million tonnes hauled autonomously at Brønnøy Kalk

Autonomous vehicle developer Micropolis begins testing phase in sustainable city projects

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Micropolis, a developer of unmanned ground vehicles and AI-driven security solutions, has commenced the testing phase of its collaboration with SEE Holding at The Sustainable City 2.0 (TSC 2.0) to deploy Micropolis’ advanced robotics platforms, AI-powered surveillance systems, smart mobility applications, and edge computing nodes across the next generation of Sustainable City projects.

The Sustainable City is SEE Holding’s globally recognized model of a next-generation city designed to harness intelligent systems to enhance performance, efficiency, and everyday lifestyle and to provide a framework for achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

These Sustainable City projects are currently ongoing in Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Yiti (Yiti is currently a village located in Muscat, Oman).

[Read more…] about Autonomous vehicle developer Micropolis begins testing phase in sustainable city projects

Volkswagen and Uber partner to launch autonomous vehicles in the US

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Volkswagen Group of America’s autonomous mobility subsidiary, Volkswagen ADMT, and Uber Technologies, have agreed a strategic partnership to deploy a fleet of thousands of all-electric, fully autonomous ID Buzz AD vehicles within multiple US markets over the next decade, starting in Los Angeles.

Testing is expected to begin later this year, with the first commercial launch expected in Los Angeles in 2026.

During the initial testing and launch phases, ID Buzz AD vehicles will have human operators onboard to help refine the technology and ensure safety. Each step will proceed only after any necessary regulatory approvals have been received. [Read more…] about Volkswagen and Uber partner to launch autonomous vehicles in the US

Autonomous electric truck company Einride to adopt hands-free charging solutions from Rocsys

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Rocsys, a provider of hands-free charging solutions, has collaborated with freight technology company Einride, to demonstrate fully autonomous logistics.

The collaboration highlights Rocsys’ hands-free charging of Einride’s autonomous electric vehicle, showcasing the seamless integration of end-to-end automated operations.

The demonstration was part of the MODI project, co-financed by the European Union and took place at AstaZero, a fully owned subsidiary of RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, the world’s first full-scale independent test environment for automated transport systems. [Read more…] about Autonomous electric truck company Einride to adopt hands-free charging solutions from Rocsys

Indy Autonomous Challenge to join Grand Prix of Monterey at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

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The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) will help jumpstart the Grand Prix of Monterey with an autonomous race held on the famed WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca on Thursday, July 24, 2025.

The race event will include a time trial competition of the world’s fastest autonomous racecars piloted by AI driver software developed by university teams from North America, Europe, and Asia.

Paul Mitchell, CEO of Indy Autonomous Challenge and its parent company Aidoptation, says: “Running an autonomous race as part of the Grand Prix of Monterey, on the same track and the same weekend as an NTT Indycar Series event, is a powerful testament to how far the IAC and our university teams have advanced the field of AI and autonomy. [Read more…] about Indy Autonomous Challenge to join Grand Prix of Monterey at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Komatsu selects Ouster lidar for its supermassive autonomous vehicles

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Komatsu, which manufactures driverless dump trucks and other equipment for the construction, mining, and forestry sectors, has selected Ouster for the supply of lidar for its supermassive autonomous vehicles.

The two companies signed a “multimillion-dollar agreement” to equip Komatsu’s vehicles with advanced 3D digital lidar sensors.

Ouster sensors include benefits such as zone monitoring and routine firmware updates that continuously improve the performance of the stack and accelerate product development. [Read more…] about Komatsu selects Ouster lidar for its supermassive autonomous vehicles

Toyota partners with Waymo to develop autonomous driving tech

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Toyota and Waymo have reached a preliminary agreement to explore a collaboration focused on accelerating the development and deployment of autonomous driving technologies.

Woven by Toyota will also join the potential collaboration as Toyota’s strategic enabler, contributing its strengths in advanced software and mobility innovation. This potential partnership is built on a shared vision of improving road safety and delivering increased mobility for all.

Toyota and Waymo aim to combine their respective strengths to develop a new autonomous vehicle platform. [Read more…] about Toyota partners with Waymo to develop autonomous driving tech