New Autonomous Electric Transport Concepts

June 18, 2019

Companies such as Volvo Trucks, Scania and Einride have recently introduced electric, autonomous vehicle concepts aimed at transporting people as well as goods.

These new vehicle designs aim to increase transport efficiency as well as reduce emissions.

Read more about these new vehicle developments:

Volvo Trucks Presents Autonomous Logistics Transport

Scania Introduces New Urban Transport Vehicle

Einride Launches Autonomous Logging Truck

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