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Truck Driver

heavy truck driverlorry driver

Yes, but while highway autopilot handles the miles, humans manage urban complexity, security, and loading logistics.

Key Takeaways

  • 1Highway travel is transitioning to high-automation 'platooning' and autonomous freight systems.
  • 2Drivers are shifting toward 'in-cab managers' overseeing vehicle health and complex navigation.
  • 3The final mile and hazardous material handling remain core human-dependent domains.
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Now

0-2 years
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What's changing

  • 1GPS and ELD integration
  • 2Basic lane-keep assistance
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Implications

  • Reduced paperwork
  • Lower fatigue on highways

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