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 .
Shipping firm FedEx is using five robotic “tuggers” to move unwieldy items around a distribution centre in North Carolina. Tugs are usually driven by humans, but these autonomous machines use lasers and cameras to navigate their way across the depot. While the vehicles are expected to eventually replace 25 drivers, FedEx has said this will 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.