9 October 2026

Kodiak AI, Charger Logistics launch autonomous Laredo lane

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Kodiak AI, Charger Logistics launch autonomous Laredo lane

Kodiak AI and Charger Logistics have launched autonomous freight service on the 435-mile lane between Charger’s terminals in Dallas and Laredo, Texas, the companies announced Thursday. The trucks haul refrigerated and dry van freight for consumer packaged goods and food and beverage customers. The first delivery ran Sept. 8. A safety driver is behind the wheel for now.

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