Rossmoor
launch is the second autonomous vehicle pilot conducted by CCTA and
Beep, data collected in the pilot program to
help advance autonomous vehicle standards nationwide
WALNUT
CREEK, Calif., Aug. 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA)
launched its second PRESTO autonomous shuttle service today that
increases transportation access for seniors with Beep, Inc., a
leading provider of autonomous shared mobility solutions. With this
launch, residents of the active senior Rossmoor 55+ community can now take advantage
of the free pilot shuttle program aimed at providing easy, stress-
and emission-free transportation. The shuttle will run on a
pre-programmed loop Monday to Friday from 7
a.m. to 5 p.m. with a trained attendant on board.
"CCTA is proud to offer nationally recognized mobility
solutions, while also championing local communities, making it
easier and safer to travel," CCTA Chair Newell Arnerich said. "CCTA is committed to
making transportation accessible for all. We chose Rossmoor to pilot an alternative to driving so
residents can maintain activities that keep them socially
connected while experiencing a cutting-edge transportation
network."
As a spacious gated community, Rossmoor is an ideal testing ground for an
autonomous vehicle program. Driven by Oxa, a global provider of
self-driving vehicle software, the shuttles carry seven seated and
secured passengers, plus a trained attendant to provide riders with
a safe and informed experience. The shuttle network is also
remotely monitored by the Beep Command Center to ensure operational
safety at all times.
By demonstrating at Rossmoor, CCTA
can learn what works best for the 55+ community. Passenger feedback
will help shape the future of this technology, as federal
transportation officials plan to use PRESTO pilot data to advance
standards in automated mobility. The pilot is funded by a grant
from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
"We are excited to partner with CCTA again, bringing the PRESTO
autonomous mobility network to Rossmoor," said Joe
Moye, Beep CEO. "This collaboration underscores our shared
vision of leveraging innovative technologies and services to
enhance community access to first- and last-mile transportation.
Beep autonomous shuttles in Rossmoor will provide reliable and safe
transit options, connecting residents to key destinations, people,
and opportunities within the community."
Rossmoor is the second site
where CCTA has launched an autonomous vehicle pilot. The first of
four proposed pilots was launched in 2023 by CCTA at Bishop
Ranch business park in San Ramon.
To date, the Bishop Ranch autonomous shuttles have safely
transported more than 1,600 passengers. CCTA is expected to
introduce a future autonomous vehicle program in the City of Martinez this summer.
To learn more about PRESTO at Rossmoor, visit
https://ridepresto.com/rossmoor/.
About the Contra Costa Transportation Authority
The
Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) is a public agency
formed by Contra Costa voters in
1988 to manage the county's transportation sales tax program and
oversee countywide transportation planning efforts. CCTA is
responsible for planning, funding, and delivering critical
transportation infrastructure projects and programs that connect
our communities, foster a strong economy, increase sustainability,
and safely and efficiently get people where they need to go. CCTA
also serves as the county's designated Congestion Management
Agency, responsible for putting programs in place to keep traffic
levels manageable. More information about CCTA is available at
ccta.net.
About Beep
Beep, Inc. delivers the next generation of autonomous, electric,
shared mobility networks through its AI-enabled AutonomOS™ software
platform and mobility-as-a-service offerings. Specializing in
planning, deploying and managing autonomous transportation services
for private and public communities, Beep safely connects people,
places, goods and services with solutions that reduce congestion,
eliminate carbon emissions, improve roadway safety and enable
mobility for all. Beep utilizes artificial intelligence insights
and vast data learnings from its deployments to enhance and advance
the safety, rider experience, and operating capabilities of
autonomous transportation platforms. For more information visit
www.ridebeep.com.
Contra Costa Transportation Authority
Lindy
Johnson, Director of External Affairs
925.256.4702
ljohnson@ccta.net
Beep, Inc.
Janine
Brunson, Sr. Communications
Manager
janine.brunson@ridebeep.com
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