City of Altamonte Springs CraneRIDES

The City of Altamonte Springs has launched CraneRIDES, a cutting-edge autonomous vehicle (AV) shuttle program aimed at providing an innovative, convenient, and sustainable transportation alternative for people to connect to major activity centers. The City selected Beep to operate CraneRIDES. Beep, headquartered in Lake Nona, is a provider of autonomous shared mobility solutions. This emerging transportation technology provides passengers with a safe, reliable, clean, sustainable and efficient transit option.

Two shuttles are programmed to travel on a fixed route through Uptown Altamonte, stopping at four locations adjacent to popular shopping and recreation destinations.
The shuttles are 100% electric and carry more passengers than a traditional automobile.
A trained attendant rides in each shuttle to enhance the rider experience. They can answer questions, resolve technical issues and drive the vehicle with an onboard controller, if needed.
The corridor is marked with high-visibility signage and shuttle icons painted on the pavement. The AV shuttle is restricted to streets with lower traffic flow and within the defined project area and route. The shuttles will not operate on S.R. 436 or cross over I-4.
The AV shuttle travels up to 15 mph on the pre-defined route.
The climate-controlled AV shuttle holds eight (8) passengers or five (5) passengers and one (1) wheelchair passenger. The shuttle is Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible and has an onboard securement system and ramp.
Internal announcements are delivered in visual and audible formats both in English and Spanish.

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