In its pursuit of enhancing sustainable urban mobility, Masdar City in Abu Dhabi has officially launched tests for advanced self-driving vehicles. This step aligns with the city’s ambitious vision to redefine the future of transportation.
Innovation in Smart Mobility
During the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week events, this initiative was highlighted as part of Masdar City’s efforts to build a more sustainable and innovative transportation environment. The city has collaborated with several strategic partners to explore future mobility solutions through self-driving vehicles.
Tests and Practical Experiments
Testing is ongoing on an electric bus equipped with the latest sensor technologies and advanced software that allows the vehicle to drive autonomously. These tests pave the way for expanding the city’s fleet of self-driving vehicles by selecting the best solutions that support zero-emission transportation goals.
Partnerships and Collaboration with Global Innovators
In a significant step towards achieving this vision, Masdar City is collaborating with global companies and smart mobility specialists to develop a network of self-driving vehicles. This collaboration enhances the city’s position as a global hub for innovation in sustainable transportation.
Future Goals
The city plans to expand its experience to include several tests of self-driving vehicles from global brands, aiming to deploy seven new vehicles based on the results of these experiments. Masdar City continues its efforts to build an ideal infrastructure that supports smart mobility solutions in the Middle East.