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Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Inceptio Technology Joins the Autoware Foundation to Accelerate Autonomous Driving Technologies for Trucks
SHANGHAI, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Inceptio Technology ("Inceptio" or the "Company"), an industry leading developer of autonomous truck technologies, today announced that it has joined the Autoware Foundation, an open alliance for autonomous driving technology. Inceptio will collaborate with the Autoware Foundation members globally to advance innovation and accelerate the deployment of safe, scalable autonomous truck technologies. Launched in 2018, the Autoware Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting open-source collaboration that accelerates the development of autonomous driving technology globally. Founded in 2018, Inceptio's mission is to build a safer, more efficient line-haul logistics by partnering with OEMs and logistics operators to preload its technologies and systems into series production trucks. Inceptio launched the industry's first series production autonomous trucks in late 2021. To date, Inceptio Autonomous Driving System has achieved over 200 million kilometers of commercial operations. Inceptio's technology portfolio covers L4, L3 and L2+. Leveraging its proprietary full-stack Inceptio Autonomous Driving System - which features long-range perception, high-precision tractor and tailer control, fuel-efficient driving algorithm, as well as HPC specifically designed for truck's operating condition - Inceptio has delivered proven, significant improvement on safety and saving on fuel and labor to the trucking industry. Its data-driven R&D platform continuously refines core modules in real time, enabling rapid deployment and optimization of its autonomous truck technologies across diverse use cases in trucking. "We are excited to welcome Inceptio Technology to the Autoware Foundation," said Shinpei Kato, Founder and Fellow of the Autoware Foundation. "Inceptio's proven track record in autonomous trucking and deep industry and production expertise will be invaluable as we work together to build the next generation of autonomous mobility solutions for the trucking industry." Inceptio will actively participate in the Autoware Foundation initiatives by contributing technology and use cases, exploring new applications, and forging global partnerships. Inceptio will be working with partners including technology companies and leading OEMs to integrate Autoware solutions with its proprietary components in proof-of-concept and series production projects worldwide, in particular in the truck segment. "We look forward to collaborating with a global open-source community of innovators to accelerate the development of autonomous driving technologies and extend the community's reach deep into truck segment." said Julian Ma, Founder and CEO of Inceptio Technology. "Our extensive experience in series production and insight from world's largest commercial deployment of autonomous truck uniquely position us to contribute to the Autoware Foundation, driving safer and more efficient logistics worldwide." About the Autoware Foundation The Autoware Foundation is a non-profit organization that hosts the Autoware project, the world's leading open-source software project for autonomous driving. The Autoware project is built on Robot Operating System (ROS), and through using open source, it lowers the entry barrier to autonomous driving technology and enables commercial deployment of autonomous driving in a broad range of vehicles and applications. The Autoware Foundation has a vision to build open-source software for globally trusted autonomous driving systems that engage and advance society, and is on a mission to co-create a neutral, trusted hub that advances safety and beyond in mobility and society. Autoware is the trade mark of the Autoware Foundation. Learn more about the Autoware Foundation on About Inceptio Technology Inceptio Technology is an industry leading developer of autonomous driving technologies for heavy-duty trucks. Its flagship technology is the Inceptio Autonomous Driving System, a proprietary full-stack solution. Inceptio partnered with leading OEMs to roll out the industry's first series production L3 autonomous trucks in late 2021. These trucks are operated by customers across all line-haul logistics sectors including express delivery, full-truckload (FTL) transportation, less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation, and cold chain. Inceptio is at the cutting edge of developing fully driverless trucks. In 2022 it became the first company in China to receive a public road-testing permit for driverless autonomous heavy-duty trucks. For more information on Inceptio Technology, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Inceptio Technology
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
TIER IV launches autonomous test vehicle development kit
TOKYO, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TIER IV, the pioneering force behind the world's first open-source software for autonomous driving, is thrilled to announce the launch of a starter kit for developing autonomous technologies and vehicles. Featuring a drivable test vehicle, the DTV Kit is designed to lower the barrier to entry in the autonomous driving sector, offering a ready-to-use platform for development and validation. Developed in collaboration with Whale Dynamic, a startup specializing in unmanned delivery vehicles, the kit is compatible with Autoware*, open-source software for autonomous driving championed by TIER IV. Training to support the development of autonomous driving technologies and vehicles is available through the TIER IV Autoware Partner Program. Developers who complete the program can put their new skills to the test in real-world environments by utilizing the DTV Kit and TIER IV's cloud-native DevOps platform. This reduces the time, effort and resources required for vehicle preparation and complex system setup, enabling partners to efficiently build and deploy development and testing environments. This kit is also ideal for Autoware users seeking hands-on experience operating Autoware with a real vehicle, or validating autonomous driving systems built on Autoware in real-world driving environments. Key features of the kit include: Pre-synchronized ECU and sensors, eliminating the need for calibration. Efficient DevOps with Autoware and enabling immediate validation of simulation results in real-world conditions. Reusable hardware and software, allowing for customized configurations or standalone use. Hardware from TIER IV's platform, offering a direct path from prototype validation to mass production. Scalable development environment, supporting modifications to the sensor configuration. TIER IV is fueling the expansion of the Autoware ecosystem with the launch of this kit and others planned for release. By providing the tools to transition seamlessly from simulation to real-world validation, TIER IV is driving the deployment of autonomous vehicles alongside its growing partner network. *Autoware is a registered trademark of the Autoware Foundation. About TIER IV TIER IV stands at the forefront of deep tech innovation, pioneering Autoware, the world's first open-source software for autonomous driving. Harnessing Autoware, we build scalable platforms and deliver comprehensive solutions across software development, vehicle manufacturing, and service operations. As a founding member of the Autoware Foundation, we are committed to reshaping the future of intelligent vehicles with open-source software, enabling individuals and organizations to thrive in the evolving field of autonomous driving. Media contactpr@ Sales contactsales@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE TIER IV, Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
