Other autonomous vehicle trials in SingaporeĪ trial began for commuters to take driverless buses at Science Park 2 near Haw Par Villa and on Jurong Island for a small fee of up to $2 for a round trip. When AVs approach these junctions, signals will be transmitted to the traffic lights to allow the AVs to move first.
Its trial will take three years, as it will also assess an additional vehicle-to-infrastructure system at selected road junctions. The Republic of Singapore Air Force is also testing the AV. It has a five-hour battery life, with air-conditioning and a maximum operating speed of 18kmh. It has a maximum load capacity of 1,000 kg, and can accommodate up to nine seated commuters, in addition to a safety operator. The AV measures 4.7m in length, 2.3m in width and 3m in height. Passengers and supplies will be ferried along a pre-programmed route of 5.5km between Kranji Camp II and III, with 10 stops. This is before it is trialled at peak hours and higher speeds to also carry passengers in the second phase, which will take place in the second half of this year.
Mr Chng said in the first phase of the trials - which is for moving only equipment - the AV will travel at a slower speed and during off-peak hours, to allow users to familiarise themselves with its behaviour.
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