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California has issued its first permits for testing autonomous trucks

17 August 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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17 August 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

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United States

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Fusion42 · 17 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The California Department of Motor Vehicles has issued its first permits for testing autonomous trucks, marking a regulatory milestone for autonomous vehicle development within the state.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Autonomous Vehicles.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

California opening up to autonomous truck testing creates a new battleground for logistics tech founders ready to pilot real-world solutions and win early regulatory approval.

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1 source · 17 Aug 2026

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