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The future of public transportation – autonomous buses for inclusive mobility solutions

The development of autonomous vehicles is fast and it is planned to use autonomous buses as public transport in the near future. However, more research on use and adaptation is required for them to suit all citizens. This req…

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How do we make sure autonomous buses are available for all citizens?

Autonomous buses could be a great means for public transportation in our cities. But they need to be available and safe for all passengers. The Catapult project is aiming to improve and develop public transportation for the future…

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Future trips are shared

An app that tells you whether you should cycle to work or take the train. A self-driving car that picks you up in the morning. These are only two examples of what the future might look like, when we buy mobility as a service inste…

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Self-driving vehicles will change our urban landscape

We are facing a major shift in how we transport ourselves. Self-driving vehicles are already with us and soon they will be ready for use on public roads. This may free up space for people – both in urban and rural environments. “…

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What happens when software makes decisions in traffic

More and more of the vehicles on our roads, as well as large parts of our traffic infrastructure, are well on the way to becoming connected. This technology creates both new opportunities and new threats. A solution is demanding d…

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Varberg might introduce self-driving buses

Varberg can be one of  the first municipalities in Sweden to introduce self-driving buses in regular traffic. It is hopped to be able to offer passengers a self-driving solution during a major building project in the tow…

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Smart lorry convoys save fuel

Large numbers of lorries drive in close convoy, autonomously communicating with one another to maintain optimal distance and fuel efficiency. In the future, this may be a common site. RISE is currently participating in the first p…

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Awitar is testing the vehicles of the future

As vehicles become increasingly technologically advanced, they need to be tested. This new technology must not interfere with other technologies and must remain free from interference itself. Volvo Cars uses the 6,048 m3 chamber a…