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TOKYO<\/span><\/span>, Jan. 10, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — TIER IV<\/a>, the pioneering force behind the world‘<\/span>s first open-source software for autonomous driving, has secured a permit for Level 4 operations in Shiojiri, Nagano Prefecture<\/span>. This milestone was realized in collaboration with the local government and service operators.<\/p>\n

Since 2020, TIER IV and its partners have been conducting proof of concept tests aimed at establishing mobility services enabled by autonomous driving technology. In October 2024<\/span>, TIER IV received Level 4 certification under the Road Transport Vehicle Act<\/a>. The newly obtained permit, issued under the Road Traffic Act, allows the deployment of a Level 4 autonomous driving system that independently manages all dynamic driving tasks under predefined conditions.<\/p>\n

The upcoming tests will employ TIER IV‘<\/span>s Minibus, which will operate on public roads shared with both pedestrians and general traffic, specifically running between Shiojiri Station and Shiojiri City Hall.<\/p>\n

TIER IV is committed to addressing regional transportation challenges, including driver shortages, by leveraging its growing track record of Level 4 autonomous driving operations in Shiojiri and paving the way for the future implementation of autonomous driving services.<\/p>\n

About TIER IV<\/b><\/p>\n

TIER IV<\/a> stands at the forefront of deep tech innovation, pioneering Autoware<\/a>, the world‘<\/span>s first open-source software for autonomous driving. Harnessing Autoware, we build scalable platforms and deliver comprehensive solutions across software development, vehicle manufacturing, and service operations. As a founding member of the Autoware Foundation<\/a>, we are committed to reshaping the future of intelligent vehicles with open-source software, enabling individuals and organizations to thrive in the evolving field of autonomous driving.<\/p>\n

Autoware is a registered trademark of the Autoware Foundation.<\/p>\n

Media Contact
<\/b>pr@tier4.jp<\/a><\/p>\n

Business Inquires
<\/b>l4ride@tier4.jp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Source: Tier IV, Inc.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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