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International, PlusAI Launch Customer Trials of Factory-Built Autonomous Trucks on Texas I-35

The OEM-managed pilot uses fleet feedback to prove viability, charting a scalable rollout.

Overview

  • Select fleets will run routes between Laredo and Dallas on the I-35 corridor with operations coordinated from International’s autonomous hub in San Antonio.
  • The pilot uses second-generation International LT Series tractors with the S13 Integrated Powertrain and a factory-installed autonomy computer and sensor suite.
  • PlusAI’s SuperDrive software, trained on real-world driving data, powers the on-highway autonomous capability for hub-to-hub service.
  • A multimodal package of imaging radar, lidar, and cameras delivers 360-degree perception intended to prioritize safety and reliability.
  • International positions the trials to refine the system and guide expansion across major freight hubs, noting broader industry partnerships and PlusAI’s planned CCIX merger announced in June 2025.