The World’s First Self Driving Vehicles Are Finally Here And This Is Where You Can Catch A Sneak Peek
Just today, Dubai launched the testing of the world’s first Autonomous Pods at the World Government Summit, with two prototypes being put on display at Madinat Jumeirah.
The initiative is part of the framework of Dubai Future Accelerators and has been designed to provide innovative and flexible transportation around the city.
All the details we have
After the RTA released a short demo on their social media platforms, it has been discovered that the pods can go at an average speed of 20km per hour, have a battery life of three hours, and can fit up to ten people at once.
Watch the demo here
Within the framework of Dubai Future Accelerators, RTA launched tests of the world’s first ‘Autonomous Pods’ today @WorldGovSummit pic.twitter.com/jJgcBXxh4f
— RTA (@RTA_Dubai) February 11, 2018
It’s the future of transport
Designed and engineered by NEXT Future Transportation, Dubai has been recognised for being one of the pioneer countries to introduce the self driving vehicles that are the first of its kind.
Imagine a future with self driving vehicles that pick you up and provide door to door transportation based on your comfort. RTA is introducing the first of its kind Dubai Autonomous Pods. Visit us @WorldGovSummit to watch the demo. pic.twitter.com/BjIAVs47ja
— RTA (@RTA_Dubai) February 11, 2018
