Driverless taxis in Abu Dhabi are now available to transport customers between certain sites on Yas Island for free. The cars, dubbed Robo-taxis, were unveiled at the Abu Dhabi Smart City Summit on November 23. Bayanat, a geospatial and data analytics firm, and the Integrated Transport Centre of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (ITC).
A Dedicated Smartphone App Will Signal The Arrival Of Self-Driving Cars
A dedicated smartphone app will alert autonomous vehicles. Residents and tourists can download the app, register, and then summon the vehicles. The vans now cover spots such as Yas Beach, Etihad Arena, and other famous tourist destinations on the island.
The Automobiles Provide Free Transportation
The automobiles are providing free transportation in this first phase. And, in accordance with the emirate’s transportation laws, are guarded by qualified safety officers on board. The geographical area covered by these self-driving vehicles will be expanded in subsequent phases. This includes placing them on highways.
Three of the cars are electric, while the other two are hybrids. They’ve all gone through extensive pre-launch testing. Including the last week’s hard tests. The Emirates Driving Company has educated a total of ten professionals to assure the cars’ safety.
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The Goal Of Installing Self-Driving Cars Is To Reduce Traffic Congestion On The Roads
The purpose of deploying self-driving electric vehicles is to alleviate traffic congestion. In addition, carbon emissions will be reduced. The UAE aspires to be at the forefront of every industry. This announcement is a first step toward making the UAE more sustainable and keeping it on the cutting edge of technological advancements.
More Self-Driving Taxis Are Expected To Hit The Roads In The Near Future
The automobiles were tested on the roads for more than a week by ITC. During this time, no safety incidents were reported. They’ve demanded that safety officers be present onboard to further reassure users of their safety. Except in exceptional emergency situations, they will not operate the car. More driverless cabs are expected to hit the roads in the near future.
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A total of 400 specialists are attending the two-day meeting to explore the future of the UAE capital. Artificial intelligence, data analytics, and Internet of Things technology are all becoming more widely used. The summit, which was organised by the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), the emirate’s municipal sector regulator, also saw the signing of agreements with a number of technology providers.
