Episode
The Evolution of Automation
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- Steering Change
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- May 22, 2026
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- 1619
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Summary
In this episode, host Kelsey Hipkin sits down with Wayne Scott , Sr Director of Transport Maintenance at Loblaw Companies Limited, and Rich Steiner , VP of Government Relations and Public Affairs at Gatik. In our conversation, we explore what autonomous really means, from both a safety perspective, and what it could mean for the future of industry. Learn more about the work at Gatik by visiting their website: https://gatik.ai/ , and more about Loblaw on their website: https://www.loblaw.ca/ . If you would like to learn more about the ongoing innovation projects that Terri Johnson and AMTA’s Industry Advancement team are doing, including the Hydrogen Commercial Vehicle Demonstrations and trials, visit our website: https://amta.ca/innovation-projects/ , or learn more about the Hyundai XCIENT Fuel Cell truck used in AMTA’s Zero Emission Truck Testbed (ZETT) project in collaboration with several partners, including Loblaw, watch our latest video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Om02sBChgHM . If you have any questions or concerns about topics related to what was discussed in this episode, or commercial transportation and driver safety, please do not hesitate to contact our Member Services team at [email protected] . Today (May 22, 2026) is the FINAL day to register for AMTA’s Professional Truck Driving Championship (PTDC), taking place May 30 at our Edmonton International Airport office location. Learn more about PTDC, and register as a driver or volunteer on our website: https://amta.ca/event/2026-professional-truck-driving-championship/. Are you interested in getting involved with the AMTA? Please contact [email protected] for Membership opportunities and learn the value that AMTA can bring to you and your organization. AMTA seeks to represent our Members in all fac…