TOKYO, Jan. 10,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TIER IV, the pioneering
force behind the world's first open-source software
for autonomous driving, has secured a permit for Level 4 operations
in Shiojiri, Nagano Prefecture.
This milestone was realized in collaboration with the local
government and service operators.
Since 2020, TIER IV and its partners have been conducting proof
of concept tests aimed at establishing mobility services enabled by
autonomous driving technology. In October
2024, TIER IV received Level 4 certification under the Road
Transport Vehicle Act. The newly obtained permit, issued under the
Road Traffic Act, allows the deployment of a Level 4 autonomous
driving system that independently manages all dynamic driving tasks
under predefined conditions.
The upcoming tests will employ TIER IV's Minibus,
which will operate on public roads shared with both pedestrians and
general traffic, specifically running between Shiojiri Station and
Shiojiri City Hall.
TIER IV is committed to addressing regional transportation
challenges, including driver shortages, by leveraging its growing
track record of Level 4 autonomous driving operations in Shiojiri
and paving the way for the future implementation of autonomous
driving services.
About TIER IV
TIER IV stands at the forefront of deep tech innovation,
pioneering Autoware, the world's first open-source
software for autonomous driving. Harnessing Autoware, we build
scalable platforms and deliver comprehensive solutions across
software development, vehicle manufacturing, and service
operations. As a founding member of the Autoware Foundation, we are
committed to reshaping the future of intelligent vehicles with
open-source software, enabling individuals and organizations to
thrive in the evolving field of autonomous driving.
Autoware is a registered trademark of the Autoware
Foundation.
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