Texas Highway Patrol is collaborating with Bot Auto to train self-driving semi trucks to recognize emergency vehicles. This took place at the Texas A&M RELLIS Campus recently.
What’s happening: Troopers and first responders used real-life situations to help AI-powered trucks identify emergency vehicles. This helps the autonomous trucks operate more effectively and safely during day and night conditions.
- Bot Auto's autonomous trucks are already working on routes between Houston and San Antonio.
- The company aims for fully driverless operations by the end of 2025.
Why it matters: As self-driving technology evolves, safety on the roads becomes a shared responsibility between tech developers and highway patrol.
- The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) emphasized the importance of adapting to new technology while ensuring road safety.
The big picture: Bot Auto joins other companies eyeing major advancements in driver-out capabilities this year. Their effort marks a significant step in the move towards autonomous trucking.
With doorsteps deliveries becoming the norm, keeping self-driving trucks safe around first responders is crucial. The cooperation between tech innovators and troopers should boost safety for everyone on the road.