PlusAI establishes safety advisory council for autonomous trucks

SANTA CLARA - PlusAI, a developer of AI-based virtual driver software for autonomous trucks, announced Tuesday the formation of a Safety and Policy Advisory Council to guide its path toward commercial deployment of factory-built autonomous trucks planned for 2027.

The council brings together former trucking executives, regulators, and government officials with experience in transportation policy and safety regulations. Members include Andrew Boyle, former chairman of the American Trucking Associations; Jeff Denham, former U.S. Congressman from California; Sue Lawless, former Acting Deputy Administrator at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; Spencer R. Moore, former Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Driver Services; and Dan Van Alstine, former President of Ruan Transportation Management Systems.

"The safe and successful commercialization of autonomous trucks requires more than breakthrough technology—it demands close partnerships with trucking industry leaders, federal and state regulators and policymakers," said Shawn Kerrigan, Chief Operating Officer and Co-founder at PlusAI.

The advisory group will provide guidance on safety issues, operational strategies, and regulatory considerations as PlusAI works toward its commercial launch targets.

PlusAI, headquartered in Silicon Valley, has partnerships with several vehicle manufacturers including TRATON GROUP’s brands, Hyundai Motor Company, and Iveco Group. The company announced in June that it plans to go public through a merger with Churchill Capital Corp IX (NASDAQ:CCIX), which currently has a market capitalization of $384.59 million. InvestingPro data shows CCIX trading near its 52-week low, with a P/E ratio of 37.22. Discover more key metrics and analysis tools for SPAC investments with an InvestingPro subscription.

This article is based on a press release statement from PlusAI.

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