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Tech Tuesday: Driverless semis could soon be on roadways

A self-driving tractor trailer maneuvers around a test track in Pittsburgh, Thursday, March 14, 2024. The truck, outfitted with 25 laser, radar and camera sensors, is owned by Pittsburgh-based Aurora Innovation Inc. Late this year, Aurora plans to start hauling freight on Interstate 45 between the Dallas and Houston areas with 20 driverless trucks.
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A self-driving tractor trailer maneuvers around a test track in Pittsburgh, Thursday, March 14, 2024. The truck, outfitted with 25 laser, radar and camera sensors, is owned by Pittsburgh-based Aurora Innovation Inc. Late this year, Aurora plans to start hauling freight on Interstate 45 between the Dallas and Houston areas with 20 driverless trucks.

Driverless trucks may seem to be a thing of the future, but it's coming faster than we think, and it's being tested right in our backyard.

What does it mean for a truck to have no driver? How does it work? Is it safe?

Meta will soon be signing a very large check: a $16.7 billion check to be exact with money flowing to dozens of states, including $319 million to Ohio.

The tech giant also pledged to make substantial changes to the platform to protect kids. So what exactly will be different?

Are you looking to upgrade your old iPhone? It might be best to wait to save on deals. Apple typically releases its new models in September. This year it might include a foldable iPhone.

And what if earbuds could listen and hear?

We're discussing all of these topics on this week's edition of Tech Tuesday.

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