Eyal Cohen, Humble Robotics | No Cab No Driver No Problem

Interview recorded on September 2, 2026Autonomous trucking is moving beyond pilots and into commercialization. To kick off a new Freightvine series focused on autonomous vehicles, Chris Caplice is joined by Eyal Cohen, founder and CEO of Humble Robotics, to explore where autonomous vehicles may fit into the freight network as the technology matures.Eyal has spent nearly two decades working across vehicle electrification and autonomy, including helping execute Otto’s 100-mile autonomous beer delivery in 2016. Now, Humble Robotics is taking a different approach to autonomous freight with a cabless, electric “skateboard” platform designed for shorter, repetitive moves such as port drayage and warehouse-to-warehouse transportation.In this conversation, they cover:🤖 How autonomous trucking is moving from experimentation toward commercial use🚛 Humble’s cabless platform which combines the tractor and trailer into a single vehicle⚡ Why electrification and autonomy may be especially well suited for short-haul freight📦 Where autonomous vehicles could fit into drayage, intermodal and repetitive warehouse moves👷 How autonomous equipment could work alongside drivers by taking on overnight and repetitive routes🛣️ What still needs to happen around regulation, customer facilities and infrastructure before autonomous freight scalesIf you work in shipping, transportation or logistics technology, this episode offers a look at how autonomous trucking could change the equipment moving freight, not just who is behind the wheel.Freightvine Market Update recorded on September 14, 2026See previous episodes 👉 dat.com/podcast/freightvineTakeawaysEyal Cohen's journey from electrification to autonomous trucking.The development of cabless autonomous freight movers and their potential commercial applications. Sensor technology is crucial for the safety of autonomous vehicles.The adoption of autonomous vehicles will have a significant impact on labor and regulatory frameworks.Chapters00:00 Intro02:07 Autonomous Trucking: Early Days04:33 The Birth of Humble Robotics10:18 Commercial Applications and Use Cases22:12 Vision Language Action (VLA) Models22:54 Technology and Autonomous Vehicles28:35 Regulatory Hurdles and Innovation34:03 Geographic Focus and Market Expansion35:43 Sustainability and Environmental Impact37:21 Autonomous Vehicle Adoption and Future Outlook43:19: Truckload Market Update