Robobus, an autonomous minibus developed by a Chinese self-driving startup, is set to debut on the streets of Turin, Italy, providing short-distance transportation services.
Guizhou Hankaisi Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. (PIX Moving), the developer, is collaborating with Italian mobile travel solution provider Tecnocad for this initiative.
PIX Moving has obtained approval from Turin’s municipal government to conduct public road testing and operations with the Robobus.
Based in Guiyang’s high-tech development zone, PIX Moving’s driverless minibus has already been deployed in several countries, including Spain, Japan, the United States, and India.
The Robobus model has been shipped to Turin via maritime transport for field testing before launching into service, with plans for further exports based on demand.
This electric vehicle features a unique design without traditional bus components like a driver’s cab, steering wheel, pedals, or rearview mirrors, and its symmetrical layout allows for bi-directional movement.
The Robobus can reach a maximum speed of 30 km per hour and accommodate six passengers, with a range of 100-130 km on a single charge.
Angelo Yu, founder and CEO of PIX Moving, described the minibus as an open-source autonomous driving chassis, utilizing artificial intelligence and digital manufacturing technology to support various customized service systems.
