With UPS Ventures taking a minority stake in TuSimple, the two companies are testing self-driving trucks in Arizona to see if what they can do will improve efficiency and service for UPS. Currently their tests involve a driver and engineer aboard the self-driving trucks for legal purposes. Transport time, safety information, and distance are all data collected from each trip between Tucson and Phoenix. The UPS Ventures division is building relationships with companies who will help them achieve technological advancement goals and they are making great strides in having an efficient and innovative company.
UPS Teams up with TuSimple and Invests in Autonomous Driving
