Trial Phase of First Self-Driving Vehicle in KSA

By Salma Yassin
In line with KSA Ministry of Transport and Logistics efforts to adopt modern and eco-friendly transportation systems, Deputy Minister of Transport and Logistics Dr. Rumaih Al-Rumaih, launched the trial phase of the Dhahaina Smart Vehicle- a new autonomous vehicle (AV).
The event was held at the Riyadh Business Front, owned by Roshen Group, which is adopting a new approach to integrate modern technology into communities.
It’s the first link in a chain of developments in legislations, regulations and supportive systems for electric autonomous vehicles.
The event aimed at raising the public awareness to accept AV technology in alignment with the ambitious objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy.
During the ceremony, Dr. Al-Rumaih highlighted the Ministry’s plans to use advanced technologies in the transport and logistics industry to provide smart mobility solutions that will help in reducing the number of accidents and deaths besides lessening the environmental impact of transportation sector.