The first driverless ‘Made in Vietnam’ Phenikaa vehicles have been experimentally operated on the route between the Binh Duong Provincial Administration Center and the Hikari Commercial Area.
This type of vehicle is expected to connect with other intelligent transport systems to form a modern smart public transportation network in the future.
Officials cutting the ribbon at the launch ceremony for the driverless Phenikaa vehicle trial.
Residents Excited About Driverless Vehicles in New Binh Duong City
In recent days, many residents have enthusiastically participated in the trial of the Phenikaa autonomous vehicles. On October 3, the vehicles operated on a 750-meter circular route from the Hikari area to the Binh Duong Provincial Administration Center. On other days, they traveled a 180-meter one-way route within Hikari. The autonomous vehicle can cover a distance of 100 km, with a maximum speed of 40 km/h and a maximum load capacity of 600 kg (4-5 passengers).
This is also the first time Level 4 autonomous vehicles have been tested in a public transportation system. This trial run is carried out by Becamex Tokyu Co., Ltd. in collaboration with Phenikaa-X, Nippon Koei Vietnam, and the relevant departments in Binh Duong Province over 9 days, from October 1 to October 9.
During the trial operation of the autonomous vehicles, the organizing unit conducted safety verification and vehicle handling assessments while surveying passengers who used and experienced the vehicle.
The autonomous vehicle is one of the smart solutions promoting urban transport development.
From the data collected, the units will analyze the information and study measures to promote urban development through intelligent solutions.
This trial is also part of the “Research on Realizing Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Using Smart Technology in Southeast Asia” by the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. (TOD refers to planning urban development based on the orientation of public transport systems).
Smart Urban Development Through Intelligent Transportation Solutions
Previously, autonomous vehicles had only been tested on the internal roads of Phenikaa University in Hanoi. After a long testing period, the Phenikaa autonomous vehicle “Made in Vietnam” was launched as a breakthrough for the community of intelligent application technology and communications both domestically and internationally.
Utilizing advanced global technologies, Phenikaa Group has researched, developed, and perfected the first Level 4 autonomous vehicle in Vietnam, according to the 5-level scale for self-driving vehicles established by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).
The autonomous vehicle is expected to be a smart, modern public transport option.
The autonomous vehicle boasts high safety due to its ultra-sensitive sensor system. Moreover, passengers can order the vehicle through an application developed by Phenikaa-X. With outstanding intelligent features such as route monitoring, lane control, collision warning, and speed adjustment, the Phenikaa-X autonomous vehicle is designed to create a more modern, intelligent, and environmentally friendly transportation space.
According to a representative from Becamex Tokyu Co., Ltd., the driverless vehicle project is expected to connect with other intelligent transport options in the future to form a smart, modern public transportation system, aiming for smart urban development through intelligent transport solutions in New Binh Duong City.
Becamex Tokyu is one of the pioneering developers in the urban sector, making significant contributions to urban development alongside New Binh Duong City. Over the past decade, this organization has not only transformed the urban landscape with notable projects but also engaged in software sectors with sustainable development goals in transportation, culture, and education.
Phenikaa testing on the streets of New Binh Duong City.
In the field of transportation, Becamex Tokyu has implemented the KAZE Smart Bus Project, significantly contributing to increasing transportation capacity in the area. “We continuously maintain our goal of encouraging the use of public transport through various new solutions and projects for the residents, including plans to develop the driverless vehicle project,” shared a representative of Becamex Tokyu.
