XCMG Releases 2 New Mini Excavators for North American Market
The 2.7-metric-ton XE27U Pro and the 4.8-metric-ton XE45U Pro get Kubota diesel engines and zero tail swing.
Last updated: 2026-10-07 09:23:22 ET
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Updated Oct 7, 2026 9:00 AM ET
Einride and EASE Logistics have launched SAE Level 4 autonomous electric trucks into daily commercial operations in Ohio, marking a significant milestone in autonomous logistics deployment. The move represents the first sustained, revenue-generating autonomous trucking service at scale in the US.
Autonomous vehicle stocks and logistics tech plays should see renewed investor interest. Companies like Waymo, Aurora, and traditional logistics providers face competitive pressure as autonomous trucking moves from pilot to production. Freight rates and driver wages may face downward pressure long-term.
Successful autonomous trucking deployment accelerates the timeline for labor displacement in logistics and validates the business case for driverless freight. This could reshape supply chain economics and intensify regulatory scrutiny around autonomous vehicle safety and labor policy.
The 2.7-metric-ton XE27U Pro and the 4.8-metric-ton XE45U Pro get Kubota diesel engines and zero tail swing.
The next-gen pickup gets revamped inside and out and offers GM's most powerful V8 for a half-ton truck.
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