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Autonomous box trucks that can move goods on short-haul B2B routes? It’s possible – and North America’s largest grocers, retailers, distributors, and e-commerce platforms are unlocking the benefits.

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As the leader in autonomous middle mile delivery, Gatik is improving supply chain efficiency with their fleet of medium duty, class 3-7 autonomous box trucks. By moving goods safely and efficiently between distribution centers, fulfillment centers, stores and warehouses, Gatik is optimizing regional distribution networks for major customers like Walmart, Kroger, Loblaw, Tyson Foods, and Pitney Bowes.

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With operations across multiple markets including Texas, Arkansas and Ontario, Gatik has more than 60 trucks on the road today and operates the largest revenue-generating commercial fleet of autonomous trucks on the continent.

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To learn more, we sat down with Dr. Adam Campbell, Senior Manager, Safety Innovation and Impact, to discuss the company’s safety-first approach to the development and commercialization of autonomous middle-mile delivery and how Gatik will evolve over the next decade.

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Imagine an EV that captures energy from the grid and stores it for later use. With GM Energy’s Vehicle to Home (V2H) bidirectional charging solution, the benefits of EV ownership now include a personal grid in your garage — and much more.

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Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sits down with Aseem Kapur, Chief Revenue Officer and Head of Product at GM Energy, to discuss how consumers can turn their compatible GM EV into a source of backup home power that unlocks potential cost savings, optimizes energy usage, and offers greater energy freedom.

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For more information about the evolution of sustainability, head on over to sustainablecareers.sae.org. There you can read about GM Energy's V2H charging solutions.

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Whether it’s aerospace, theme parks, maritime or motorsports, there is no doubt Florida is helping to build the future of mobility. Home to the Everglades, the state boasts one of the most unique ecosystems in the world. And, with one of the largest EV markets in the country, there is a growing interest in building out sustainable infrastructure.

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To learn more about Florida’s approach to mobility, we sat down with Rebecca Vollmann, Chair, SAE Florida, to discuss the latest advances in automotive, air, rail, and maritime transportation, as well as the revival of the Space Coast. Listen in as she shares her passion for sustainable manufacturing efforts though automation and electrification – and the importance of encouraging future generations to pursue engineering careers that support the state’s vibrant mobility ecosystem. 

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Simulation optimization. Generative design. Predictive algorithms. These AI-powered activities can “automate the mundane” and transform the way engineers work, for the better.

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As a forerunner in digitalization and automation, Siemens co-creates with customers across all industries to address highly complex challenges. By harnessing data and connecting the real and digital worlds, Siemens is using AI to increase operational efficiencies and accelerate the development of aerospace and defense applications.

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To learn more, we sat down with Todd Tuthill, Vice President, Aerospace & Defense Industry, Siemens, to discuss how the company is integrating AI and other advanced technologies to take the aerospace industry to the next level of efficiency—and how that will multiply the impact of engineers by freeing them to focus on what they do best.

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With all the hype around battery EVs, what role will hydrogen propulsion play in the future of sustainable transportation? The answer is a significant one, especially in the heavy-duty truck market.

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Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, sits down with Steve Mathison, Vice President and Hydrogen Technologies Fellow at FirstElement Fuel and sponsor of SAE Standard J2601/5 to discuss why large trucks, particularly Class 8, are ideal for hydrogen propulsion—and what we can expect from hydrogen-powered medium and heavy-duty vehicles over the next decade.

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For more information about the evolution of sustainability, head on over to sustainablecareers.sae.org. There you can read about how the Mercedes eSprinter electric delivery van will be a force for creating jobs.

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The best way to bring safety and scalability into eVTOL flight is to do so autonomously. Why? Because increased automation doesn’t eliminate humans, it allows them to focus on higher level tasks that make scaling air taxis safer and more accessible.

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That’s the vision behind Wisk Aero, an urban air-mobility company on a mission to leave traffic on the ground and make sustainable, autonomous flight a reality for everyday life. The company is building and certifying the world’s first autonomous eVTOL aircraft for commercial passenger use and working with the FAA on a type certification program.

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To learn more, we sat down with Brian Yutko, CEO, Wisk Aero, to discuss the company’s critical interface between autonomy and human oversight, working with the FAA from a regulatory standpoint, the strategic advantages of the Wisk’s aircraft design, and the future of autonomous eVTOL flight.

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Each year, the U.S. needs roughly 400,000 new engineers. Projections estimate that nearly one-third of these roles will remain unfilled each year through at least 2030. What’s worse? There's $450 billion of lost economic output at risk.

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To address this dire need, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and SAE International are working together to find new and creative ways to close the gap. The 40 by 30 initiative aims to boost the number of women in engineering roles to 40% by 2030, and along the way, open up pathways for all individuals who are interested in training, upskilling, and shifting across engineering disciplines.

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To learn more, we sat down with SAE Board Member and Trustee, Joan Wills, Executive Director, Software & Electronics Engineering, Cummins Inc., and Sibley Nebergall (Lovett), Partner, BCG, to understand the challenges, the opportunities, and how a public-private partnership can strengthen the engineering talent pipeline. It’s an eye-opening conversation you won’t want to miss!

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To be a part of the 40 by 30 initiative, please reach out to Joan or Sibley via LinkedIn. If you’d like to help empower the next generation of engineers, visit www.saefoundation.org.

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Many of us have heard the news. The BYD Seagull is an EV available in China for under $10,000 and any company that builds and sells EVs in America should be scared. But should we really be worried about cheap Chinese EVs?

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Listen in as Roberto Baldwin, Sustainability Editor, SAE Sustainable Mobility Solutions, offers his take on whether or not American OEMs should be concerned with less expensive Chinese EVs flooding the market and why it’s important to stay informed in a complex geopolitical landscape. 

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For more information about the evolution of sustainability, head on over to sustainablecareers.sae.org. There you can read about all the battery manufacturing facilities being built in the US over the next few years and what it means for job seekers.

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As a rancher in Patagonia, Alex Foessel understands the challenges facing the ag market and is working to advance safety and integrity in off-road autonomy.

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As Managing Partner of Balanced Engineering, Alex and his team support the production and commercialization of highly automated off-road equipment though a proven safety case framework and certification process — getting great ideas to the ag market sooner. With experts in Iowa, Pennsylvania and Brazil, the company is maximizing productivity in agriculture through the integration of automation and AI.

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To learn more, we sat down with Alex to discuss the challenges facing the ag market, the importance of safety, and how off-road ag technology will evolve over the next decade.

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For farmers, fully autonomous tillage and advanced spraying technology can modernize workflow and unlock massive efficiencies. And when you add in the power of AI to manage data and enhance decision-making, farmers are free to shift their focus from the mundane to doing what they do best.

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With more than 180 years of developing equipment and services for farmers and builders, CNH Industrial is advancing agriculture by layering its proven experience in automation with autonomy. The company is bringing noticeable value to the farming community with fully autonomous tillage, green-on-brown and green-on-green spraying technology, and a redesigned tech stack.

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To learn more, we sat down with Marc Kermisch, Chief Digital and Information Officer, to discuss how CNH Industrial is delivering easy to use, mobile first digital experiences, coupled with advanced vehicle technology that is transforming productivity in agriculture.

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