Volvo Group presents the first pure electric self-driving bus for the first time

Gothenburg, Sweden, June 20, 2018 – Since June 15th, during the Volvo Ocean Race to stop in Gothenburg, Sweden, the Volvo Group has presented its first fully-automated driving bus to special guests. This groundbreaking solution introduces an automated operating system based on a pure electric city bus that Volvo Buses has already produced. During the regatta, the Volvo Group demonstrated how to improve the safety and comfort of buses with autonomous driving technology and achieve more efficient platform stoppages.

Volvo Bus President Håkan Agnevall said: “The low noise and zero emissions of electric buses is an attractive and sustainable public transport solution. Thanks to the Volvo Group's existing automation technology, we can be in the safety of vehicles. Take advantage of comfort and efficiency and showcase these innovative opportunities for future transportation with the Volvo Ocean Race."

This 12-meter self-driving bus provides passengers with a safer and more comfortable travel experience. When starting and stopping, the acceleration and braking of the vehicle are very smooth and soft; when stopping, the bus can always stop at the same position accurately and keep the same distance from the platform so that the passenger can get off the bus. In addition, the bus is equipped with a variety of sensors to continuously monitor the surrounding environment of the vehicle. The information collected by the sensor helps the vehicle to achieve precise navigation, and can identify the target approaching the vehicle in the future, so as to adjust the speed or stop accordingly to avoid accidents. In addition to smooth and efficient operation, this pure electric self-driving bus has the advantages of being environmentally friendly and saving energy.