Kodiak AI Hauls Freight with Roehl

Dallas, USA - Kodiak AI, Inc., an autonomous vehicle technology company, has started hauling freight autonomously with Roehl Transport, a truckload carriers.

The operations began in April 2026, with trucks equipped with the Kodiak Driver autonomous system running freight between Dallas and Houston. The route is being operated four roundtrips per week for Roehl Transport.

Kodiak said the partnership reflects a shared focus on improving safety and efficiency in the trucking industry. The Kodiak Driver is designed to support long-haul trucking, industrial transport and defense applications by addressing key challenges such as driver safety, freight efficiency and reliable autonomous operations.

Mr. Don Burnette, Founder and CEO of Kodiak, said, “Working with Roehl Transport reflects a shared commitment to safety in trucking. By combining our AI-powered autonomous capabilities with Roehl’s safety approach, we’re proving how our technology can enhance efficiency while making meaningful progress toward safer roads at scale.”

Roehl Transport is recognized as one of North America’s safest trucking companies by the American Trucking Associations. The company is also a recent recipient of the ATA President’s Award, which is considered the trucking industry’s highest safety honor.

Mr. Rick Roehl, Chief Executive Officer of Roehl Transport, said, “Roehl Transport is built on values, and Safety is our cornerstone value. The Kodiak Driver was built with this same philosophy. Kodiak’s safety-first approach was a key factor in our decision to partner with Kodiak. Their innovation and strong commitment to safety closely align with our values, and together, we are helping make our roads safer.”

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