Scotland trials driverless bus service

The world’s first full-size, self-driving public bus service has begun in Scotland, with a fleet of five single-decker vehicles running a 22-kilometre route between Edinburgh and Fife

      
FIFE
Ferrytoll Park and Ride
Firth of Forth
Forth Road Bridge
WEST LOTHIAN
M90 M9 M8
Edinburgh Park
                            
2km 1.2 miles


UK
                                                                                                 

Alexander Dennis E200 bus
 
Driver
Can take control if needed 

Sensors

CAVstar system provides situational awareness, steering, braking and throttle inputs to diesel-powered E200 bus
                   
      
Project CAVForth: Runs return service between Edinburgh Park and Ferrytoll Park and Ride in Fife, mainly using motorways at speeds of up to 80km/h
         

Sources: STV, BBC, Stagecoach, CAVForth 
Picture: Fusion Processing 
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