A freight technology company has received federal approval to operate an autonomous electric rig on public roads.
Einride received the allowances from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), marking the first time a purpose-built autonomous, electric truck without a driver on board has been approved to operate on public roads in the U.S., a report by ZDNet says.
"This is a type of vehicle that has never before been seen on U.S. roads and marks a major milestone as a turning point for the future of the freight industry," said Robert Falck, CEO and founder of Einride. "We know the autonomous and electric technology of our pod will not only revolutionize transportation but also create thousands of jobs and help America stay competitive."
The Einride vehicle is a departure from conventional semi trucks, according to ZDNet. The six-wheeled vehicle is all-electric and compatible with standard shipping containers, but has an aerodynamic body.
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Source: ZDNet
