The Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore has received the first of six autonomous public buses, marking a key milestone in the country’s push toward smart and driverless mobility solutions.
The 16-seat bus will undergo rigorous testing before being deployed on public routes, including Service 400 in Marina Bay and Service 191 in the one-north district, from the second half of 2026. The pilot programme will run for an initial three years, with the buses operating alongside conventional manned services.
Equipped with advanced cameras and sensors providing 360-degree situational awareness, the buses are designed to ensure high safety standards and reliable operations. Testing will include closed-circuit trials, manoeuvrability assessments, and passenger boarding and alighting evaluations.
The vehicles are developed by a consortium comprising BYD, Zhidao Network Technology, and MKX Technologies. Following the initial rollout of six buses, authorities may procure up to 14 additional units and expand operations to more routes across Singapore.
