Karsan, the innovation leader of the Turkish automotive industry, continues to showcase its autonomous public transportation technologies in Europe's most prestigious and operationally challenging locations. Developed in collaboration with the domestic technology startup ADASTEC... Autonomous e-ATAK, During December, the tests conducted both at Frankfurt, one of Germany's busiest airports, and at Italy's legendary Enzo and Dino Ferrari Circuit, once again demonstrated the level reached by Turkish engineering.
Operation “Airside” at Frankfurt Airport
Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK, having achieved the distinction of being the first autonomous bus to carry ticketed passengers in open traffic in Europe and America, has now brought this success to the heart of the aviation industry. The vehicle is deployed in one of the most complex and high-risk areas of Frankfurt Airport. “Airside” It has begun a critical two-week demo process on the apron area (where aircraft and ground service vehicles are located).
Operating in an environment with numerous real-time variables, such as an airport, and high volumes of air traffic and ground handling vehicles, the Autonomous e-ATAK demonstrates its ability to drive silently and safely by transporting personnel between the terminal and the apron. This operation has become the most concrete proof that autonomous vehicles can operate not only in cities but also in strategic facilities requiring high security.
City Simulation at the Ferrari Racetrack in Italy
Following the success in Germany, another proud moment came from Italy on December 18th. Karsan won a medal at the world-renowned Imola factory in Italy. Enzo and Dino at Ferrari International Circuit, In collaboration with the region's public transport authority TPER (Trasporto Passeggeri Emilia-Romagna), a comprehensive driving test was conducted.
In tests attended by Imola Mayor Marco Panieri and TPER President Giuseppina Gualtieri, a simulated city traffic environment was created in a racetrack setting. The autonomous e-ATAK successfully demonstrated the decision-making mechanisms of its sensor and software infrastructure in scenarios that closely matched real-world conditions. This test was recorded as a strategic step that strengthens Karsan's autonomous mobility vision in the Italian market and reinforces trust-based cooperation with local administrations.
Local Software Power: ADASTEC Signature
Behind both successes lies Karsan's manufacturing power, as well as the Turkish technology company. ADASTEC‘developed by flowride.ai It features autonomous driving software. With Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities, the e-ATAK distinguishes itself from its global competitors by being able to navigate tunnels, operate independently of weather conditions, and now adapt to extreme environments such as airports and racetracks.
Keywords: Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK, ADASTEC, Frankfurt Airport autonomous bus, Imola Ferrari Track, domestic autonomous bus, TPER Italy, Karsan European tests
