In this episode of Earthlings 2.0, we speak with Joanna Buttler, Head of the Global Autonomous Technology Group for Daimler Truck North America, about the future of autonomous trucking and the steps Daimler is taking to bring this technology to market. Joanna discusses the company’s testing strategies, the challenges of regulatory frameworks, and the potential impact of autonomous trucks on the logistics and transportation industries. 

Key Points:

• Revolutionizing the Trucking Industry: Daimler Truck is driving innovation in autonomous trucking, focusing on delivering safer, more efficient, and scalable solutions for long-haul transportation.
• Building Trust with Early Adopters: By collaborating with early adopter fleets, Daimler is fine-tuning its autonomous truck systems with the goal of achieving full-scale commercial deployment by 2027.
• Scalable Technology for Global Markets: Daimler’s autonomous trucks are designed with a common platform, making them adaptable for both U.S. and international markets, ensuring the technology can be scaled and customized for different regions.

Voices on The Show: 

• Joanna Buttler, Head of the Global Autonomous Technology Group for Daimler Truck North America
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• Lisa Ann Pinkerton, Earthlings 2.0 Host, CEO of Technica Communications, and Founder of Women in Cleantech and Sustainability 
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• Technica Communications 
• Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

Web Resources:

• Daimler Truck North America
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