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January 12, 2026

Chilled and Unmanned: How L4 Autonomous Driving is Reshaping Cold Chain Logistics Efficiency?

Hi, I’m Melissa, Procurement Manager at Newbase. At logistics expos, the most frequent question I get is: "Can autonomous driving really handle complex cold chain deliveries?" The answer is not just yes—at Newbase, we’ve already turned it into a commercial reality.
 
When a Custom L4 Autonomous Refrigerated Vehicle meets smart thermal management, we aren't just solving the "driving" problem; we are solving the ultimate balance of "efficiency" and "cost."
 
refrigerated transport solutionNewbase
 
 
1. Subtraction in Operational Costs: Goodbye Driver Overhead
 
In regions like Europe, North America, and beyond, driver wages and management account for over 40% of delivery costs. As a premier Custom Unmanned cold chain delivery robot developer, Newbase makes 24/7, uninterrupted delivery possible.
 
No Breaks Needed: Unlike human drivers, our autonomous platforms operate around the clock.
 
Energy Optimization: Our AI dynamic energy management allocates power precisely between propulsion and refrigeration based on real-time traffic and ambient temperature.
 
2. Technical Hardcore: More Than Just a Moving Fridge
 
As a specialized Self-driving refrigerated small car ODM manufacturer, Newbase integrates the most demanding technical standards:
 
72-Hour Endurance: Leveraging L4-platform energy optimization, our units support up to 72 hours of continuous operation under specific conditions.
 
360° Perception: Whether in a busy smart city campus or a dimly lit basement, our robots feature millimeter-level sensing to avoid obstacles, ensuring high-value pharma or fresh produce arrive safely.
 
Stability via Dual Inverters: The smooth acceleration profile of AI driving ensures the refrigeration system operates without the stress of jerky human driving, reducing equipment failure rates significantly.
 
Newbase Autonomous Logistics Van
 
 
3. Operational Comparison: Autonomous vs. Human-Driven
 
Key Metrics Newbase L4 Autonomous Vehicle Traditional Human-Driven Van
Operational Cost Reduced by 50% (No labor costs) High & Rising (Labor market shifts)
Delivery Window 24/7 All-weather operations Limited by driver hours/fatigue
Temp Stability AI Real-time Dynamic (±1°C Precision) Fluctuates due to driving behavior
Safety Record Extremely High (AI 360° sensing) Variable (Human error/blind spots)
Last-Mile Efficiency Optimized paths, delivery ≤ 3 mins Delayed by traffic/navigation issues
 
4. Why B2B Buyers Trust Newbase’s ODM Capabilities?
 
As a certified "Specialized & Innovative Little Giant," Newbase possesses mature chassis adaptation and thermal management integration. Our flexible production lines allow for deep customization for specific scenarios—be it unmanned industrial parks, smart hospitals, or closed-loop factory logistics.
 
In the future, the cold chain shouldn't just be "cold"—it must be "smart." Newbase invites you to define the next era of logistics with us.
 
Contact US
 
Mobile Phone :+86 15890051653
Email :melissa@newbasen.com
Website :https://www.newbasecool.com
 
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Overview   NewBase was founded in 2007. It is a national specialized, refined, distinctive, and innovative "little giant" enterprise designated by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. Headquartered in Zhengzhou, with three R & D and production bases in Zhengzhou, Jiaozuo Henan, and Huangshan, Anhui, totaling 40,000 square meters. NEWBASE mainly provide comprehensive solutions for thermal management control in the new energy and automotive industries, and is a core tier-one/tier-two supplier in China’s new energy thermal management system industry.     Market position   Since 2012, the company has continuously achieved the No. 1 market share in the domestic commercial vehicle thermal management control system, and has become the exclusive supporting supplier for Yutong, Zhongtong, Meijin Hydrogen Energy, Guohong Hydrogen Energy, Sinotruk, SAIC Maxus, Shaanxi Auto, FAW Qingdao, and other companies. At the same time, in the fields of new energy comfort electrical control systems, hvac control systems, and air disinfection and purification systems, it has obtained more than half of the market share in the bus industry. The company is a core Tier 1 supplier for many...
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