International and PlusAI Speed Up Level 4 Autonomous Truck Development Using NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Hyperion Platform
Collaboration for Autonomous Trucks: International Motors and PlusAI are partnering to develop Level 4 autonomous trucks using NVIDIA's DRIVE AGX Hyperion platform, combining manufacturing expertise and advanced AI technology for large-scale freight operations.
Core Strengths of Partners: International brings nearly 200 years of manufacturing experience and fleet operations knowledge, PlusAI contributes its SuperDrive™ AI software, and NVIDIA provides the necessary AI infrastructure for safe autonomous driving.
Safety and Performance Focus: The collaboration emphasizes the importance of safety, reliability, and performance in the production of autonomous trucks, aiming to meet the demands of real-world freight operations.
Technological Integration: The autonomous trucks will feature integrated lidar, radar, and cameras for comprehensive environmental awareness, along with PlusAI's software and NVIDIA's high-performance computing to ensure safe and efficient long-haul trucking.
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Churchill Capital IX Delays Shareholder Meeting
- Meeting Postponement: Churchill Capital IX has postponed its extraordinary general meeting originally scheduled for February 3, 2026, to February 11, 2026, to allow more time for shareholder engagement, particularly following PlusAI's announcement of its expanded partnership with TRATON Group, indicating the company's commitment to shareholder feedback.
- Redemption Request Deadline Extended: The deadline for public shareholders to submit redemption requests has been extended from January 30, 2026, to February 9, 2026, providing shareholders additional time to consider their investment decisions, which may impact the liquidity of the merger transaction.
- Voting Rights Assurance: All shareholders of record as of January 7, 2026, are entitled to vote at the postponed meeting, and Churchill Capital IX encourages those who have not yet voted to submit their proxies promptly, ensuring that every shareholder's voice is heard and enhancing corporate governance transparency.
- Post-Merger Listing Plans: Assuming shareholder approval of the merger, the combined company intends to list its common stock and public warrants on Nasdaq under the proposed symbols “PLS” and “PLSW,” which will lay the groundwork for future capital operations and market expansion.

TRATON Group Accelerates Deployment of Autonomous Trucks
- R&D Funding Commitment: TRATON Group commits up to $25 million in R&D funding to PlusAI to accelerate the integration of SuperDrive™ technology into its truck brands, thereby advancing the commercialization of autonomous trucks and enhancing market competitiveness.
- Board Nomination: TRATON will nominate a board member following PlusAI's planned public listing, further strengthening strategic collaboration in product development and market rollout, ensuring alignment and synergy in autonomous driving technology.
- Pilot Program Progress: International brand and PlusAI launched customer fleet trials in Texas using next-generation tractors equipped with SuperDrive™, marking a significant step toward the commercialization of autonomous trucks and boosting customer confidence in the technology.
- Safety Validation Testing: PlusAI completed a series of driverless safety maneuver tests, validating the SuperDrive™ system's emergency handling capabilities in complex scenarios, further advancing the TRATON-PlusAI partnership toward commercial operations.









