One of the important manufacturers of Turkish automotive Karsan, has achieved another historical success that has written the future of public transport from today. The leader of the electric minibus segment in Europe for years e-JEST’in %100 elektrikli ve Seviye 4 sürücüsüz “Otonom e-JEST” modeli, It's official. On the roads of the United States of America (USA) started to serve. Received in the first stage With an order for 10 Autonomous e-JEST Karsan not only exported a vehicle, but also made history as the pioneering brand that ushered in the autonomous era of urban transport in the United States.
First Fleet of 10 Units Launches the Autonomous Age in America!
Announced on Karsan's social media accounts with the title “On the Road with Autonomous e-JEST in America!”, this development symbolises an important step in the brand's growth strategy on the continent. The 10 Level 4 autonomous e-JESTs delivered are capable of travelling completely on their own on predetermined routes without the need for a driver. This also means that the highest level of Turkish engineering and software has been registered in the USA, the world's technology centre.
Preparing for the 2026 World Cup: Strategic Missions in Atlanta and Florida
Karsan Autonomous e-JESTs will take part in two very important and prestigious projects in the USA:
- Atlanta, Georgia - 2026 FIFA World Cup Project: Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which will host millions of tourists, Atlanta's iconic “Atlanta BeltLine” The city's first fixed-route shared autonomous transport service will be launched on the route with Karsan Otonom e-JESTs. This is a tremendous opportunity to showcase Turkish technology in the world showcase.
- Altamonte Springs, Florida - Smart City Integration: Altamonte Springs, Florida, “CraneRIDES” smart transport project will be expanded with Karsan vehicles. Autonomous e-JESTs will be used on the city's main railway line SunRail and other regional transport networks, providing citizens with a modern and integrated public transport experience.
Joining Forces: End-to-End Turkish Technology Ecosystem Export with Damera, ADASTEC and Beep
This success is the result of Karsan acting with a strong ecosystem rather than acting alone. The project is being realised through a strategic cooperation between leading technology and transport companies in Turkey and the US:
- Karsan: %100 elektrikli ve otonom donanımlı Seviye 4 e-JEST minibüslerini üreten ana platform sağlayıcısı.
- ADASTEC: The “brain” of the project, which develops the autonomous driving software, is also a Turkish technology company.
- Beep: US-based company specialising in autonomous mobility services, undertaking the operation and management of vehicles.
- Damera: Karsan's strategic business partner managing Karsan's growth and local operations in the US.
This structure is the clearest proof that Turkey is now exporting not only vehicles, but also a complete “technology ecosystem” with its software, operation model and business partnerships.
The Summit of Driverless Technology: Superior Capabilities of Autonomous e-JEST
The autonomous e-JEST is a proven and cutting-edge technology, which makes it a popular choice in a tough market such as the US. The vehicle, Level 4 autonomous Thanks to its ability to perform all driving functions on its own, without the need for human intervention on a set route. This intelligence is based on an advanced sensor package that allows it to perceive its surroundings 360 degrees:
- Lidar Sensors: The high-precision Lidar system detects pedestrians, cyclists and other objects with millimetre accuracy.
- Radar Systems: It manages safe following distance and emergency braking by measuring the distance to objects even in different weather conditions.
- Smart Cameras: Makes correct decisions in complex city traffic by recognising colours, traffic lights, lanes and road signs.
This is the data from the sensors, ADASTEC The safest driving move is determined by instantly processing it with artificial intelligence-supported software developed by the company. The vehicle built on the proven e-JEST platform, Range up to 260 km, With its compact dimensions and zero-emission structure, it offers both an environmentally friendly and efficient solution for busy urban centres such as Atlanta and Florida.
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