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Autonomy in action. Driverless now. The Kodiak Driver is delivering today, without a driver, advancing toward 24/7 autonomous operations by the end of the year. Focused on safety and efficiency, the Kodiak Driver is driving the future of autonomous trucking. #driverless #trucking #autonomoustrucks #AI

Billions of pounds of food are lost every year due to transportation delays, equipment failures, and rejected shipments. At Kodiak, we’re tackling this with an AI-powered solution—the Kodiak Driver. Partnering with Tyson, C.R. England, and Martin Brower, the Kodiak Driver is moving food efficiently, maintains real-time oversight, and ensures precise, on-time deliveries. By bringing efficiency and predictability to every mile, the Kodiak Driver can keep perishables fresh and save billions in food and dollars. #AI #transportation #trucking #kodiakdriver

As Hurricane Helene approached the Southeast, the Kodiak Driver was completing its regular Atlanta-to-Dallas route, transporting freight for J.B. Hunt. This video captures the Kodiak Driver navigating westbound on I-20 through Alabama, amidst pre-storm conditions and increased traffic from people evacuating the path of the storm. Hurricane Helene underscores a key advantage of autonomous vehicles: the ability to swiftly reposition vehicles in response to emergencies. While human-driven trucks may temporarily receive Hours of Service (HOS) relief during declared emergencies, autonomous trucks are not limited by driver fatigue or availability under normal operations. This allows them to operate continuously, enabling rapid deployment to safer locations. This flexibility enhances fleet safety and ensures the continuity of critical supply chains during natural disasters. At Kodiak, we are committed to leveraging autonomous technology to provide resilient and reliable transportation solutions, even in the face of unforeseen challenges. #AutonomousTrucking #KodiakDriver #SupplyChainResilience #FreightInnovation #AI

A strong federal policy framework is crucial for advancing autonomous vehicles, especially in trucking. At Kodiak, we look forward to collaborating with Congress and the administration to shape regulations that prioritize safety and efficiency, paving the way for autonomous trucking to enhance road safety and strengthen supply chains. Read more in Bloomberg: https://lnkd.in/gtK3wKuf

Strength, resilience, and a drive for change—qualities women bring to trucking and to Kodiak. We’re proud to be part of the #WIT2024 Accelerate! Conference & Expo, where our very own Rachel Wagner, Vehicle Programs Project Engineer, joined industry experts on a panel to discuss the future of autonomous trucking. Want to see firsthand how AI is transforming transportation? Stop by the Bridgestone booth, #2010, where our truck is on display. Meet the Kodiak team and explore the ways we’re moving the industry forward. Let’s shape a smarter, safer future together! Women In Trucking Association #womenintrucking #trucking #transportation #technology

This #VeteransDay, Kodiak honors those who have served our country and continue to make a difference in industries like tech and transportation. Your dedication, resilience, and leadership inspire us each day. Thank you for your invaluable impact.

Reducing emissions is crucial for the future of trucking, and the Kodiak Driver is built to make that future a reality. Did you know that the average truck generates 223 tons of carbon dioxide each year? That’s more than 14 times the footprint of the average person in the U.S. The Kodiak Driver can help reduce this impact by up to 25%. By eliminating idle time, optimizing speeds, and driving smoothly, Kodiak Driver-equipped trucks are engineered to minimize fuel consumption and lower emissions significantly. This means cleaner air, less fuel used, and smarter, more efficient trucking—benefiting fleets, communities, and the planet alike. #AutonomousTrucks #TruckingInnovation #KodiakDriver #Trucking

The Kodiak Driver is ready for whatever happens on the road. Even zombies! Kodiak’s AI-driven perception technologies include the integration of Vision-Language Models (VLMs), which combine visual data with textual information to improve the system’s understanding of complex scenarios. For instance, VLMs enable the Kodiak Driver to recognize and react to unusual situations, like the zombie apocalypse unfolding in a sandstorm at night, even without prior specific training. Happy Halloween!

Kodiak was pleased to welcome the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (DPS) for a tour of our Texas operations, strengthening our partnership for safer highways. Mississippi’s highways are essential freight corridors, with major routes like I-10 and I-20 carrying over 11,000 trucks per day and connecting vital Gulf Coast ports and intermodal hubs. This infrastructure plays a key role in supporting the national economy. We’re proud to work alongside Mississippi DPS and other law enforcement partners to keep these routes safe and efficient for all road users.

Maintaining our #1 rankings on The Road to Autonomy? Leaderboard reflects Kodiak’s advanced technology, commercial strength, and ability to scale. Supported by trusted partners, we’re setting new standards for autonomous innovation, making transportation safer and more efficient. We’re ready for the demands of the road ahead! https://lnkd.in/eMqs6H_3