GAUSSIN SA, based in Héricourt, France, has launched what it claims is the world’s first hydrogen-powered fuel cell automated guided vehicle (AGV H2) for seaport applications.

Easymile SAS, based in Toulouse, France, has provided its autonomous vehicles in Norway with a software update focussing on features specifically relevant to Nordic conditions, including enhanced ground perception and improved rain and snow filtering. The software development has been supported through EasyMile’s partnership with Applied Autonomy AS, based in Kongsberg, Norway.

Robert Bosch GmbH, based in Stuttgart, Germany, has announced it is to acquire Atlatec GmbH, an autonomous driving specialist based in Karlsruhe, Germany. Atlatec will become part of Bosch’s Cross-Domain Computing Solutions division as an independently operated company.

The Swedish manufacturer plans to invest SEK975m in the test track, which is waiting for approval by the local authority.

In this exclusive interview by Truck & Bus Builder, Christiaan Verschueren reveals ZF's ongoing development of an intelligent Electronic Braking System (iEBS) to complement future electrified and autonomous trailer products.

Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) and Iveco Group have agreed to explore opportunities to collaborate in several key areas ranging from advanced vehicle technologies to joint component sourcing and mutual vehicle supply. Senior figures from both companies signed the MoU agreements in Seoul.

Aidrivers will provide AI-enabled autonomous solutions and Ashok Leyland will provide vehicle platforms; the partners will work together to explore target markets and opportunities for cooperation. 

The American autonomous driving technology company is looking to recruit software developers at its Texan offices to support its development of autonomous trucks with parent Daimler Truck.

GILLIG LLC of Livermore, California, has announced a partnership with autonomous driving specialist Robotic Research, based in Clarksburg, Maryland. Under the agreement, the two firms will collaborate to bring advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and Level 4 autonomous driving technology to GILLIG transit buses in North America.

Iveco will trial an S-WAY truck installed with 'PlusDrive' autonomous driving technology to assess its performance in different environments and driving conditions.

The two companies will collaborate in the development of automated yard logistics and intelligent predictive cruise control.

Perrone Robotics and GreenPower will collaborate in the development of a new 'AV Star' minibus which will be ADA-compliant.