Electric bus manufacturer the University of Nevada has launched an autonomous driving programme in conjunction with Proterra. The programme will help to test self-driving electric buses in the Reno area. However, autonomous public transport can be complicated by particular laws which can for example that a human co-pilot or attendant is needed for disabled access. The programme will overhaul the company’s bus fleet slowly, first equipping them with sensors and eventually using algorithms for self-driving.
Electric bus manufacturer Proterra has launched an autonomous driving programme in conjunction with the University of Nevada. The programme will help to test self-driving electric buses in the Reno area. However, autonomous public transport can be complicated by particular laws which can for example that a human co-pilot or attendant is needed for disabled access. The programme will overhaul the company’s bus fleet slowly, first equipping them with sensors and eventually using algorithms for self-driving.