Tech Japanese firm starts self-driving tests in Odaiba

thomas · 27 Jan 2025

A self-driving transport service has launched in Tokyo's Odaiba district. Operated by Monet Technologies, a joint venture that includes Toyota and SoftBank, the free service will run until mid-March. The initiative aims to educate the public and gather data for future commercial operations. Passengers can reserve rides free of charge via a dedicated app.

Photo credit: The Yomiuri Shimbun

Passengers can board and disembark at four locations, including Tokyo Big Sight and Tokyo Teleport Station. Users need to make a reservation at least 30 minutes before riding through a dedicated app stating their pick-up and drop-off points, number of passengers and the date and time they will ride. Two-Level 2 autonomous driving vehicles based on Toyota's Sienna minivan will operate on a memorized route on weekdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Japan Firm Begins Testing Self-Driving Service in Tokyo’s Odaiba District; Passengers Can Reserve Rides Free of Charge Through App

<p>Testing has begun on a self-driving transport service that will pick up passengers and run on public roads around Tokyo’s Odaiba district.</p>

japannews.yomiuri.co.jp

Tech Japanese firm starts self-driving tests in Odaiba

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Japan Firm Begins Testing Self-Driving Service in Tokyo’s Odaiba District; Passengers Can Reserve Rides Free of Charge Through App

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