Taipei to test self-driving buses

Taipei plans to test driverless shuttles in the second quarter of next year. The shuttles, designed by Touring Dr. Inc., feature NVIDIA Drive PX2 processors and AI technology for autonomous driving. Sensors will be installed at intersections to help recognize traffic signs. The pilot program will operate on Shingy Rd. at 30 km/h, with a safety operator on board. The shuttles will run between midnight and 5:00 AM to assist late-night commuters.

What technology is used in the driverless shuttles being tested in Taipei?

• NVIDIA Drive PX2 Processor

• Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor

• AMD Ryzen Processor

• Intel Core i7 Processor

What is the purpose of installing sensors at intersections for the shuttle program?

• To monitor air quality

• To recognize traffic signs

• To detect weather conditions

• To measure shuttle speed

Where will the pilot program for the driverless shuttles operate?

• On a specific route in the city

• On the entire city road network

• In the city parks

• In the suburbs of Taipei

During what hours will the driverless shuttles operate?

• During peak traffic hours

• From 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

• From midnight to 5:00 AM

• 24 hours a day

What is the main goal of running the shuttle service at night?

• To test the shuttles in heavy traffic

• To assist residents commuting late

• To reduce daytime traffic congestion

• To save energy costs