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What does the MINGA project represent for public transport? Behind the collaboration between ADASTEC and MAN Truck & Bus are teams working to turn advanced technology into real-world operation. As part of the MINGA project in Munich, ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform and advanced sensor suite are fully integrated into the MAN Lion’s City 12 E, enabling automated operations in complex urban environments. Insights from industry experts featured in the video, Dr. Michael Roth (Head of Bus and Product Strategy, MAN Truck & Bus), Marc Raudszus (Technical Coordinator), and Ada Taşkoparan (EMEA ADS Sales Lead, ADASTEC), highlight different perspectives on the collaboration. From system integration to real-world testing and validation, this collaboration reflects a shared commitment to enabling scalable automated bus systems within active public transport networks. Explore the real-world value behind this project, from vehicle capabilities to system integration and collaboration. #AutomatedDriving #PublicTransport #Mobility #ADASTEC #MAN

APTA Mobility Conference 2026 is around the corner! ADASTEC is heading to the APTA Mobility Conference 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah, on May 17–20. Dr. Ali Ufuk Peker, CEO of ADASTEC, and Cemre Kavvasoğlu, North America Operations Director, will be on-site to share insights from real-world SAE Level-4 automated public transit operations and discuss the evolving future of automated mobility. 📍 Visit Booth 302 to learn more about flowride.ai, ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform, and gain insights from real-world automated bus operations already up and running across different environments and operational scenarios. From operational insights to diverse deployment use cases, stop by and discover how automated public transportation is taking shape across different operational environments. See you in Salt Lake City! 👋 #APTA #AutomatedMobility #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

Heading to Gothenburg for the Network for Digitalization in Infrastructure and Mobility. Ali İhsan Danışman, Chief Growth Officer at ADASTEC, will join the Network for Digitalization in Infrastructure and Mobility, hosted by InfraSweden and Drive Sweden, bringing perspectives from real-world SAE Level-4 automated public transportation operations and the role of digital infrastructure in enabling safer and more reliable mobility systems. As the transition toward automated public transportation continues, enabling closer collaboration between infrastructure, connectivity, and vehicle technologies remains key to building safer, more reliable, and scalable mobility systems. Looking forward to exchanging insights on digital infrastructure in supporting the future of automated public transportation. #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

Dr. Ali Peker, CEO of ADASTEC, took the stage at IEEE MOST 2026 to present ADASTEC’s approved paper: “A Reproducible, Data-Driven Framework for Safety and Functionality Verification of Level-4 Automated Buses Through Real-World Testing.” The paper focused on safety and functionality verification methodologies for Level-4 automated public transportation systems through real-world operational validation. During the presentation, Dr. Ali showcased ADASTEC’s real-world safety validation and verification approach developed through ongoing operational deployments and extensive testing activities. The session highlighted how structured test scenarios, ODD validation processes, edge-case evaluations, dummy vehicle interactions, and functionality verification methodologies are used to assess system behavior across different operational environments. The presentation also provided a closer look at how real-world operational data and controlled testing environments contribute to building scalable, reliable, and deployment-ready automated public transportation systems. Contributors to the presented paper: Doğacan Dolunay ACAR (ADASTEC Corp.), Kaan ÇAKIN (ADASTEC Corp.), Demet TÜMKAYA (Koç University), Ergün CAN (ADASTEC Corp.), Cemre KAVVASOĞLU (ADASTEC Corp.), Kerem PAR (ADASTEC Corp.), Ali Ufuk PEKER (ADASTEC Corp.) #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

How does an automated bus communicate with its surroundings? Within the InterAct project, currently active across multiple deployment sites, an external human-machine interface (eHMI) is integrated into the Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK, automated by ADASTEC. Through real-time messages displayed on external screens, the vehicle clearly communicates its intent, whether it’s yielding at crosswalks, approaching a bus stop, or managing passenger boarding. This transparent communication helps bridge the gap between automated systems and human understanding, making public transportation safer and more intuitive for everyone. Developed in collaboration with Dutch Automated Mobility, AppliedAutonomy, ADASTEC, and with support from EIT Urban Mobility. Watch the video to see the InterAct displays in real-world conditions. #InterAct #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

Bringing real-world insights to ITS Europe, ADASTEC took the stage with Ada Taşkoparan, EMEA ADS Sales Lead, and Yasemin Us, Growth Marketing Team Lead, to share perspectives on the future of automated public transportation. Their sessions explored how automated transit is reshaping everyday mobility, transforming urban transportation systems, and enabling safer, more scalable, and sustainable operations. Drawing on real-world deployments, they highlighted what it takes to move from concept to up-and-running services in live environments. Special thanks to PAVE for enabling these sessions. To learn more about ADASTEC’s ongoing projects and real-world deployments, feel free to get in touch or follow along for the latest updates. #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

🚀 Heading to the Michigan Council on Future Mobility & Electrification Council Meeting ADASTEC North America Operations Director Cemre Kavvasoglu will be taking part in the “Public Transportation in Michigan” panel, where the discussion will highlight how ADASTEC’s automated public transportation solutions are already contributing to Michigan and transforming mobility ecosystems across the state. From projects at Michigan State University to operations at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Cemre will share real-world experiences on how these systems have been integrated into different environments, along with key lessons learned from operating automated transit services in both campus settings and more remote, nature-based areas. 📍 Flint, MI 🗓️ May 8, 2026 🕒 11:30 AM The discussion will explore how automated buses can support the evolution of public transportation systems across rural, urban, and intercity networks. Join the conversation on the future of mobility in Michigan. #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

One of the First Automated Public Transportation Applications in Ski Tourism! Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK automated by ADASTEC completed passenger operations in Sälen, Sweden, introducing automated public transport to ski resort environments and winter tourism. Connecting ski centers and accommodation areas along a 4.8 km route, the system operated in mixed traffic and shared spaces, interacting continuously with pedestrians and skiers under winter conditions. Featuring ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform, flowride.ai, the deployment demonstrated how automated public transport can operate safely and reliably beyond urban roads, adapting to different environments and operational scenarios. Built on real-world experience across multiple deployments, this project further expands the role of automated mobility, showing its potential not only in cities, but also in winter tourism environments. With passenger transport approval granted by Transportstyrelsen, the deployment represents a validated step toward scalable and real-world automated public transportation. Curious to see how passengers experienced the journey? 🔗 Watch the full video below. #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

ADASTEC will be at SDV 2026! ADASTEC’s North America Operations Director Cemre Kavvasoglu, will be attending Software-Defined Vehicles 2026. Cemre will take the stage on “SDVs and the Transition to Autonomous Mobility” on May 4th, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM. The session will explore how software-defined vehicle architectures are accelerating the transition toward automated public transportation, reshaping how transit systems are designed, deployed, and operated. Drawing on real-world experience from up-and-running automated bus operations featuring the SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform, flowride.ai, across multiple cities in Europe and the United States, the discussion will highlight key learnings from live deployments and what it takes to integrate these systems into existing transit networks. Join us to discover how automated mobility solutions are reshaping transportation systems worldwide. #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

ADASTEC will be at MOST 2026! Dr. Ali Peker, Chief Executive Officer at ADASTEC, and Cemre Kavvasoglu, North America Operations Director at ADASTEC, will be participating in MOST 2026, an IEEE-organized conference on Mobility: Operations, Services, and Technologies, on May 4–6 in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Ali will be presenting in the Safety and Security session on May 5 at 3:30 PM, sharing insights from the approved paper: “A Reproducible, Data-Driven Framework for Safety and Functionality Verification of Level-4 Automated Buses Through Real-World Testing.” The session will explore how safety validation in Level-4 automated public transportation can be structured through real-world testing, data-driven methodologies, and comprehensive verification frameworks, offering a closer look at how these systems are developed, validated, and prepared for deployment in live environments. Join this insightful session and engage with the evolving landscape of automated mobility. Let’s dive into the future of public transportation together. #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

Heading to Zurich 🚀 ADASTEC will be at Swiss Association for Autonomous Mobility (SAAM) on May 4–5. Özgür İPEK, Europe Operations Director, and Cemil Ensaroglu, Project Management Engineer, will be on-site, engaging with industry stakeholders on the future of automated public transportation, sharing insights from real-world deployments and exploring collaboration opportunities across the ecosystem. Özgür İpek will also take part in a panel session titled “Flashlight on Swiss Autonomous Vehicle Deployment” on May 5 at , focusing on real-world experiences from automated bus operations in Arbon. The discussion will explore how automated public transportation is transforming mobility in Arbon, along with key learnings from the project, operational insights, and what it takes to successfully deploy and sustain automated public transit services in live environments. Join the conversation at SAAM and connect with the team on-site. Don’t miss the session on May 5 at 11:25. #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK Automated by ADASTEC Successfully Operated on Paris BRT Corridor Delivered in close collaboration with RATPgroup and Karsan Automotive, this deployment represents a significant step toward the implementation of automated public transport systems on dedicated BRT corridors across Europe. Throughout the operation, ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform, flowride.ai, delivered stable and consistent performance on a high-frequency bus line, successfully managing interactions with vehicles, pedestrians, and traffic lights, supported by V2X communication with the infrastructure. As part of this project on Line 393, serving 14 bus stops along an 8.3-kilometer route, the Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK automated by ADASTEC completed more than 3,000 kilometers of operation with five hours of daily service. Watch the video to explore how this deployment performs in a real BRT environment. #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

ADASTEC contributes to the Autonomous Driving Technologies Program ADASTEC team, Batuhan Yücer (Sr. Autonomous Driving Software Engineer) and Harun Sencer Yesevi (Autonomous Driving Software Engineer), will be delivering hands-on sessions as part of the National Technology Specialization Programs organized by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Industry and Technology, focusing on “Environmental Perception with Deep Learning” and “Motion Planning and Control in Autonomous Vehicles.” 🗓 May 5 – May 14 (weekdays) | 19:00–22:00, and May 9 – May 17 (weekend group) Harun Sencer Yesevi will lead sessions on traffic light recognition and 3D object detection, focusing on data labeling, preprocessing, model training, and evaluating real-world performance, along with key challenges such as LiDAR-based perception and domain shift. 🗓 June 30 (weekday group) and July 4 (weekend group) | 19:00–22:00 Batuhan Yücer will present work on POMDP-based behavior planning and longitudinal control for lane departure scenarios, introducing MDP/POMDP concepts and sharing key insights from his work. In these sessions, the ADASTEC team will share practical insights based on real-world deployments and operational experience, focusing on how these systems are developed, tested, and applied in real environments. See you in the sessions to explore the future of automated mobility and gain a deeper understanding of automated driving. #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

Inside SAE Level-4 Automated Driving in a National Park A full-size SAE Level-4 automated bus operated at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, one of the most remote landscapes in Michigan. • No internet connection • No GNSS/GPS coverage • Miles of forest roads Over six weeks of operation, the automated bus completed more than 100 trips, covering hundreds of miles with full automation engaged, even under dense tree canopies and steep terrain. This deployment shows that automated mobility is not limited to urban environments. It can operate reliably in challenging conditions without connectivity, where consistency and accessibility matter just as much. A strong example of how SAE Level-4 automated driving performs beyond controlled environments, in real-world conditions. This blog post is authored by Cemre Kavvasoglu, North America Operations Director at ADASTEC, with Selen Kandogan as co-author, sharing key insights from the Sleeping Bear Dunes deployment. For more details, read the full blog: adastec.com/post/insights-… #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

ADASTEC provides its SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform for MAN Truck & Bus SE ’s electric city bus as part of the MINGA project The collaboration brings together MAN’s Lion’s City 12 E bus with ADASTEC’s automated driving software platform and advanced sensor suite, enabling automated operations in real-world public transport environments. The vehicle is planned to operate on a designated line in the city of Munich , demonstrating how automated bus systems can be integrated into active public transport services. With ongoing testing and validation activities, the project supports preparation for deployment within Munich’s public transport network, marking a step toward integrating automated bus operations into existing transit systems. 🔗 Read the full press release: lnkd.in/dmh2KDYs #FutureMobility #AutomatedDriving #AutonomousVehicles #ElectricBus #EMobility #PublicTransport #UrbanMobility #Innovation #SmartCities #SustainableMobility #MINGA #ZeroEmissions #BusMobility

Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK, automated by ADASTEC, Proven on Dedicated BRT Corridor in Paris Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK, automated by ADASTEC, successfully completed a six-month SAE Level-4 automated bus operation on Route 393 in the Paris metropolitan area, demonstrating reliable, safe, and scalable performance in real-world public transport conditions. Automated by ADASTEC’s flowride.ai platform, the deployment covered an 8.3 km route with 14 bus stops and exceeded 3,000 kilometers of automated driving, showcasing continuous operation on a dedicated BRT corridor with seamless interaction with traffic, pedestrians, and urban infrastructure. This milestone further underscores the maturity of automated driving technology and highlights the region as a leading example of advanced public transportation operations. Read the full announcement: adastec.com/news-coverage/… #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

One of the first automated buses in a ski resort environment Deployed in Sälen, Sweden Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK, automated by ADASTEC, has been deployed on a 4.8 km route connecting ski centers and accommodation areas, operating under conditions including sloped terrain, mixed traffic, and continuous interaction with pedestrians and skiers. This deployment demonstrates that SAE Level-4 automated public transport systems can operate safely and reliably across different geographies and operational environments. Building on prior operational experience in winter conditions, the Sälen project represents a significant step in adapting automated bus operations to the specific dynamics of ski resort mobility. It also serves as a structured validation of system performance in environments characterized by variable road conditions, dense human interaction, and seasonal demand patterns. As the project advances, operations are planned to continue in Idre, extending the deployment and further strengthening the scalability of automated public transport in winter tourism destinations. adastec.com/news-coverage/… #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus #Salen