Lincoln conducts test pilot program for Navya autonomous shuttle

What started out as legislation (LB989) to authorize a feasibility study in Lincoln, ended up as a statewide policy framework for driverless vehicles throughout Nebraska. That foundation – and grant support from Bloomberg Philanthropies – has allowed Lincoln to conduct a pilot test of a Navya autonomous shuttle over the past several weeks.

“Transportation and communications technology is evolving at a rapid rate, and many cities, states, and institutions are already pursuing driverless technology to stay competitive,” said State Senator Anna Wishart of Lincoln, who led the passage of the legislation. “I am thrilled that with the passage of LB 989, Nebraska has now opened our doors to this innovative technology.”

Dozens of community leaders, Lincoln residents and out-of-state guests have taken a spin on the shuttle, which navigates a short route in a parking lot at Nebraska Innovation Campus. During the ride, Navya Technical Sales Manager Aaron Foster describes how the shuttle operates and answers questions.

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