A Canadian company specializing in self-driving truck technology, Waabi, has expanded its operations by opening a new facility in a Dallas suburb. This move is aimed at boosting the company’s business growth in the United States.
The recently unveiled eight-acre Autonomous Vehicle (AV) trucking terminal in Lancaster, Texas, marks a significant step for Waabi. This terminal, specifically designed for AV trucks, features ample space for trailer parking, a spacious office and maintenance shop spanning over 24.7k square feet, high-speed data connectivity, a fueling station, truck weighing scales, and a designated area for pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Waabi highlights that this terminal will serve as a strategic hub to further develop its commercial operations, which were initially launched in collaboration with Uber Freight, facilitating freight transportation between Houston and Dallas since last year.
“Texas is a critical location for us as it is the home to our first commercial operations and several important shipping corridors. By establishing our presence here, we are committed to creating more opportunities for autonomous trucking in the region,” said Raquel Urtasun, Founder and CEO of Waabi. “We see this facility as a key player in not only Waabi’s future, but the future of autonomous trucking, as we use it to scale our operations to continue pushing the boundaries of this industry.”
“The Texas Trucking Association couldn’t be more excited to witness Waabi’s growth right here in Texas. With the addition of this new AV terminal, we will continue to show ourselves as a state committed to innovation in autonomous trucking and safety,” said John D. Esparza, President and CEO of The Texas Trucking Association (TXTA). “This new investment is a testament not only to the opportunities here, but a commitment to the highest safety standards.”