International Motors, LLC has launched customer fleet trials of its second-generation autonomous trucks in partnership with California-based PlusAI, the companies said on Monday. The program will operate along the I-35 freight corridor between Laredo and Dallas, a key route for commercial trucking in the United States.
The initiative marks a step forward in International’s autonomous vehicle program, which is testing hub-to-hub operations in real-world conditions. The trucks, part of the International® LT® Series, come factory-installed with the S13® Integrated Powertrain and an updated sensor suite. They run on PlusAI’s SuperDrive™ software, which uses AI models trained on extensive driving data to adapt to new routes and conditions.
“By working hand-in-hand with our customers, we are proving the commercial viability of autonomous technologies and providing innovative solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and the bottom line,” said Tobias Glitterstam, International’s Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer.
The trucks are equipped with multimodal sensors, including imaging radar, lidar, and cameras, designed to provide a 360-degree view of their surroundings. International said the system is intended to meet safety and reliability requirements for highway operations while reducing operating costs.
James Cooper, director of Autonomous Business Development at International, said customer feedback will play a critical role in refining the system. “This shared learning will guide the roadmap for scaling autonomy across major freight hubs, beginning with key corridors like I-35,” he said.
International and PlusAI said the project underscores their focus on developing scalable, factory-installed autonomous solutions for the freight industry. The companies expect the trials to lay the groundwork for wider adoption of self-driving trucks as logistics firms seek efficiency gains in long-haul transport.