Gatik Expands Mass Production of Level 4 Autonomous Trucks with NVIDIA In-Vehicle Compute
Gatik, a leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with NVIDIA to accelerate the mass production of its SAE Level 4 (L4) autonomous trucks. As part of this collaboration, Gatik will integrate NVIDIA DRIVE AGX in-vehicle compute architecture into its fleet of Class 6 and Class 7 Freight-Only (driverless) vehicles. This move marks a significant step forward in Gatik’s mission to commercialize autonomous transportation at scale, catering to major Fortune 500 clients such as Walmart, Kroger, and Tyson Foods.
The integration of NVIDIA’s cutting-edge technology is expected to revolutionize s operations, enabling the deployment of L4 autonomous trucks across new markets while maintaining the highest levels of safety and efficiency. Gautam Narang, CEO of , emphasized the strategic importance of this partnership, stating, “We are excited to collaborate with NVIDIA and integrate their world-class expertise and groundbreaking technology into Isuzu’s Production-Ready Vehicle Platform as we enter our next phase of commercial growth. NVIDIA’s next-generation computing architecture will provide critical support to the onboard AI processing necessary for deploying ’s Freight-Only operations safely and at scale.”
This initiative builds upon ’s long-standing collaboration with Isuzu North America Corporation, reinforcing its commitment to developing a safe, scalable, and efficient autonomous transportation service for the middle-mile sector.
NVIDIA DRIVEz AGX: The AI Brain Powering Gatik’s Autonomous Fleet
Gatik’s autonomous trucks will leverage NVIDIA DRIVE AGX, a platform powered by the state-of-the-art DRIVE Thor system-on-a-chip (SoC). DRIVE Thor, designed on NVIDIA’s advanced Blackwell architecture, delivers an unprecedented level of AI-driven computational power, processing up to 1,000 trillion operations per second. This automotive-grade platform runs on the safety-certified DriveOS operating system, ensuring reliability, security, and efficiency for self-driving vehicles operating in commercial settings.
Rishi Dhall, Vice President of Automotive at NVIDIA, highlighted the importance of this collaboration, stating, “The combination of our AI-driven solutions and ’s autonomous technology that’s purpose-built for the middle mile will help tackle the trucking industry’s challenges, such as rising e-commerce demand, driver shortages, and operational costs. At the same time, it will enable a smarter, more sustainable transportation ecosystem. Our automotive-grade DRIVE AGX platform, built on the DRIVE Thor SoC, delivers the massive compute power essential for secure and reliable autonomous operations, making roads safer and logistics more efficient at scale.”
By incorporating NVIDIA’s technology, aims to enhance the operational efficiency of its Freight-Only fleet, ensuring that it can meet the growing demand for autonomous middle-mile deliveries.
Strengthening Strategic Alliances: Gatik, Isuzu, and NVIDIA
Gatik’s latest development efforts with NVIDIA are an extension of its existing collaboration with Isuzu North America Corporation. Since 2021, and Isuzu have been working together to advance the development of autonomous driving solutions tailored to middle-mile logistics. This partnership gained further momentum in 2024 as both companies focused on commercializing Freight-Only operations at scale.
The newly announced integration of NVIDIA’s DRIVE AGX accelerated compute system will enable Gatik’s Freight-Only vehicles to process complex AI-driven operations seamlessly, ensuring safe and efficient driverless logistics. By working alongside industry leaders such as Isuzu and NVIDIA, is creating an ecosystem that fosters the widespread deployment of L4 autonomous trucking solutions in real-world commercial settings.
Addressing Key Industry Challenges with Autonomous Trucking
The trucking and logistics industry faces several pressing challenges, including driver shortages, rising operational costs, and increasing e-commerce demands. Gatik’s Freight-Only autonomous trucks offer a sustainable and cost-effective solution to these challenges, enabling businesses to optimize their supply chains while reducing their reliance on human drivers.
By leveraging NVIDIA’s AI-powered compute technology, Gatik’s L4 autonomous vehicles will be capable of handling complex driving scenarios, ensuring safe navigation in diverse environments. The partnership also underscores Gatik’s commitment to sustainability, as autonomous trucking solutions reduce fuel consumption, optimize delivery routes, and minimize emissions.
For large retailers such as Walmart, Tyson Foods, and Kroger, the ability to deploy Gatik’s autonomous vehicles at scale means improved supply chain efficiency, reduced costs, and enhanced delivery reliability. As businesses continue to prioritize automation, Gatik’s middle-mile logistics solutions provide a competitive advantage in an increasingly dynamic market.
The Road Ahead: Scaling Autonomous Trucking Nationwide
Gatik’s continued expansion into new markets is a testament to the company’s commitment to innovation and excellence in autonomous logistics. With operations already established in key regions such as Texas, Arkansas, Arizona, and Ontario, Gatik is well-positioned to further scale its autonomous trucking fleet across North America.
The integration of NVIDIA’s DRIVE AGX technology will play a crucial role in enabling this growth, providing the AI-driven computational power necessary for scaling Freight-Only operations. By continuing to invest in cutting-edge technology and strategic partnerships, Gatik is paving the way for a future where autonomous middle-mile logistics becomes the industry standard.
In addition to its collaborations with Isuzu and NVIDIA, Gatik works alongside other key industry partners, including Cummins, Ryder, and Goodyear, to ensure the successful deployment and operation of its autonomous trucking solutions. As the company advances its mission to revolutionize middle-mile logistics, its partnerships will be instrumental in achieving widespread adoption of driverless freight transportation.
