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Einride monitors autonomous trucks via Remote Pod Operator

As so-called Remote Pod Operators, experienced truck drivers are supposed to monitor the "Einride Pod" while it is operating in automated driving mode.

Remote pod operators at Einride will in the future monitor autonomous vehicles from the futuristic Pod Station. (Photo: Einride)
Remote pod operators at Einride will in the future monitor autonomous vehicles from the futuristic Pod Station. (Photo: Einride)
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Johannes Reichel
von Therese Meitinger

The Swedish technology company Einride announced the introduction of its "Remote Pod Operators" at the US conference SXSW in March. According to the company, the long-time truck driver Tiffany Heathcott was hired for this role. The newly created position is intended to change the role of humans in the increasing prioritization of autonomous vehicles in the transport industry. It enables a strong safety concept that can be scaled by shipping companies wishing to automate their transport fleets, according to the provider.

The Remote Pod Operators, according to the company, observe and support the so-called "Einride Pod," which is operated in automated driving mode, to ensure it runs optimally and safely while transporting goods on behalf of Einride customers. Since the pods have autonomous capabilities, the operators are not meant to drive the vehicles themselves but should be able to manage multiple pods simultaneously via an automated driving system. In contrast to conventional truck traffic, the remote operation is supposed to be safer, according to Einride.

Translated automatically from German.
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