Arizona Welcomes Economic Boost with Expansion of Autonomous Truck Tech Jobs
TUCSON, AZ (October 6, 2022) — In a significant development for Arizona’s technological landscape, leaders from TuSimple joined Governor Doug Ducey and local officials to celebrate the expansion of the company’s research and development operations in Tucson.
The Tucson facility, which is becoming a pivotal center for TuSimple’s growing workforce, will feature cutting-edge laboratories focused on advancing electrical and mechanical engineering as well as sensor development. This expansion will also include a specialized training lab for Test Engineers, further enhancing the company’s capabilities.
Xiaodi Hou, Co-Founder and CEO of TuSimple, emphasized the importance of the Tucson site, stating, Since first coming to Arizona in 2017, our Tucson facility has been a crucial arm of TuSimple’s operations.
He highlighted the facility’s role in pioneering technology, Our first-class team in Tucson has developed and strengthened industry-leading technology that has made significant progress in advancing safe and reliable autonomous trucking – including the world’s first commercial trucking runs on public roads with no driver onboard.
Governor Doug Ducey praised the initiative, saying, Arizona is the automated vehicle capital of the world, and TuSimple helped drive this innovation to our state.
He noted the economic impact of the expansion, This expansion brings hundreds of well-paying, high-tech jobs to Southern Arizona and demonstrates once again that Arizona is the best place in the world to develop and scale advanced mobility technology.
TuSimple is at the forefront of developing autonomous driving solutions for heavy-duty trucks. Their technology aims to address key challenges in the freight industry by enhancing safety, efficiency, and sustainability. The company conducts autonomous freight operations in Arizona daily, partnering with local entities to promote innovation and job creation in the region.
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About TuSimple
Headquartered in San Diego, California, TuSimple is a global leader in autonomous driving technology, with operations extending to Arizona, Texas, Europe, and China. Established in 2015, the company is innovating a fully autonomous (SAE Level 4) driving solution for long-haul trucks. TuSimple’s AI technology not only enhances safety but also allows trucks to operate nearly continuously, reducing fuel use by up to 10%. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the first fully autonomous ‘driver-out’ semi-truck runs on public roads and the development of the Autonomous Freight Network (AFN). For more information, visit tusimple.com.
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