Logistics firm FedEx is developing five robotic “ tuggers ” to move unwieldy items around a distribution centre in North Carolina . Tugs are usually driven by humans , but these autonomous vehicles use lights and sensors to navigate their way across the depot . The news: While the vehicles are expected to eventually have 25 drivers , FedEx has said this does not equate to jobs being lost ; manual dexterity is necessary for much of the work , and the company adds 100 new roles at the facility every year .
Logistics firm FedEx is developing five robotic “ tuggers ” to move unwieldy items around a distribution centre in North Carolina . Tugs are usually driven by humans , but these autonomous vehicles use lights and sensors to navigate their way across the depot . While the vehicles are expected to eventually have 25 drivers , FedEx has said this does not equate to jobs being lost ; manual dexterity is necessary for much of the work , and the company adds 100 new roles at the facility every year .