Autonomous driving software specialist Tier IV has completed test runs on a new priority lane for autonomous trucks on the Shin-Tomei Expressway in Japan with support from Yamato Multi Charter and Suzuyo Cargo-Net. The project, overseen by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), has developed an autonomous driving system for highway logistics, based on commercial trucks manufactured by Isuzu Motors and Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus.
Tier IV is aiming to establish a sustainable business model for autonomous trucking and says that completion of this initiative marks a significant milestone in the development of scalable and flexible autonomous driving systems.
In related news, Plus recently confirmed its virtual driver, SuperDrive, completed validation tests of fully autonomous operations and handling of advanced safety maneuvers with no person in the truck. Click here to read the full story.