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August 19, 2020
Portland-based Locomation and Springfield, Missouri-based Wilson Logistics have finished the first test using Locomation's human-guided autonomous convoying for transporting commercial freight. The test involved two Locomation trucks hauling Wilson Logistics trailers and freight in an autonomous relay convoy over a 420-mile route on Interstate 84 between Portland and Nampa, Idaho. Locomation's system allows one driver to pilot a lead truck equipped with technology augmentation while a follower truck operates in tandem through a fully autonomous system. This allows the follower driver to log off and rest during this time. Locomation estimates the system will reduce operating costs per mile by 30% and reduce fuel consumption by 8%. Wilson has local offices in Pacific and Portland.