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Scania pioneers self-driving buses in Sweden
Autonomous technology is given the green light to commence bus operations on public roads, the first of its kind in Europe
Swedish truck maker Scania will collaborate with Nobina, the largest public transport operator in the Nordic countries, to commence trials of autonomous buses on regular routes in the Stockholm area. “The technology is now sufficiently mature to initiate trials in actual bus operations on public roads, making the project one of the first of its kind in Europe with buses this size,” says Karin Rådström, Head of Buses and Coaches, Scania. “The project will provide a wealth of information in the further development of large autonomous buses before a full-scale introduction.” The trials of self-driving buses will be conducted in two stages, initially without passengers before welcoming commuters onboard. Safety being a top priority throughout the trials, the buses will have a safety-driver onboard to monitor operations and assist passengers. “We at Nobina are highly engaged in establishing what we believe will be an important part of future public transport,” says Henrik Dagnäs, MD, Nob...
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