Mercedes-Benz Tests Driverless Trucks on US Public Roads
Engineers and drivers will oversee the process.
The Daimler concern, which includes Mercedes-Benz, has started testing driverless trucks on public roads in Virginia, USA.
The trucks require minimal driver involvement thanks to fourth-level autonomy support. In addition to drivers, engineers will oversee the operation of the trucks.
The company is testing the driverless trucks together with Torc Robotics, which has been developing sensors and software for autonomous vehicles since 2005. Daimler acquired the company in March 2019.
The timing of the tests and the technical details of the vehicles remain unknown.
Earlier, Volkswagen turned an old Beetle into an electric car.
Meanwhile, Porsche unveiled its first electric car, the Taycan.
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