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Einride AB has signed an agreement to integrate its autonomous driving system, Einride Driver, into DAF’s electric vehicle platform. 

Initially, both companies, together with Dutch innovation research institute TNO, will collaborate on defining and testing a safe and scalable autonomous driving system and interface within freight.

The collaboration marks a significant step toward the large-scale commercialisation of SAE Level 4 autonomous electric freight transport in response to industry challenges such as driver shortages and rising operating costs.

Level 4 refers to a high level of driving automation in which the vehicle can independently perform repetitive driving tasks under predefined conditions, without any need for human intervention.

DAF, Einride and TNO will also work closely with type approval authorities to ensure the platform is compliant for future expansion onto public roads.

Tests and validation of key interfaces will be conducted during 2026, followed by the integration and commissioning of Einride’s autonomous driving software in 2027. All subsequent interface validation and functional testing performed on a DAF truck.

The initiative builds on US truck maker PACCAR’s automated driving activities, where experience has been gained through the North American Autonomous Vehicle Platform programme.

As part of the project PACCAR has tested Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks using autonomous technology from developer Aurora in FedEx linehaul trucking operations between Dallas and Houston.

Jeroen van den Oetelaar, DAF Trucks’ Chief Engineer and Member of the Board said: “This collaboration is a testament to DAF’s commitment to innovation and future-proofing the logistics sector.

“By combining our premium truck platform with leading autonomous technology, we are actively shaping a more efficient, safer, and sustainable freight ecosystem.”