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Aurora has received DOT approval to use cab-mounted warning beacons instead of traditional triangles on autonomous trucks. Here’s what this exemption means for drivers and how it could impact future safety rules in the trucking industry.

October 20, 2025

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Aurora Gets DOT Approval for Cab-Mounted Warning Beacons

Aurora, one of the major players in autonomous trucking, says the U.S. Department of Transportation has now approved its request to use cab-mounted warning ...

August 28, 2025

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Work Zone Crackdown on Ohio Turnpike Ahead of Labor Day

Truckers heading across Ohio this Labor Day weekend should be prepared for stepped-up enforcement in highway work zones. The Ohio Turnpike and the Ohio ...

March 14, 2025

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The Evolution of Semi-Truck Design and the Role of Heavy-Duty Haulers

The semi-truck is more than just a machine; it’s a symbol of progress, innovation, and the backbone of the freight industry. Over the decades, ...

The debate over autonomous truck regulations is heating up across five states. From Delaware to Montana, lawmakers are exploring new laws to ensure safety and efficiency for self-driving trucks on public roads.

January 29, 2025

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Autonomous Truck Regulations Debated Across Five States

The issue of autonomous truck regulation is making headlines in state legislatures from Delaware to Montana. With the growing adoption of autonomous technologies, lawmakers ...

September 28, 2023

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Newsom Vetoes Bill to Require Human Drivers in Autonomous Trucks

California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill aimed at requiring human drivers in self-driving trucks. Union leaders and truck drivers argue that the ...