In a groundbreaking collaboration, UK-based autonomous vehicle software developer Oxa and Beep Inc., a prominent player in autonomous shared mobility solutions, have joined forces to introduce Oxa’s cutting-edge self-driving software, Oxa Driver, into the US market. This partnership heralds Oxa’s momentous entry into the United States, opening up new horizons for self-driving technology.
Under this strategic alliance, Oxa’s revolutionary autonomy software will be seamlessly integrated into a diverse range of vehicle types operated by Beep. These vehicles, which encompass current passenger shuttles and forthcoming vehicle platforms, will now benefit from the advanced capabilities of Oxa’s software, marking a significant leap forward in the realm of autonomous transportation.
At present, two of Beep’s autonomous shuttles, powered by Oxa’s innovative software, are in active operation at the state-of-the-art SunTrax test facility situated in Auburndale, Florida. This facility stands as a pioneering establishment in the United States, uniquely designed to facilitate comprehensive testing of both connected autonomous vehicles and standard automobiles within a single site. This partnership has thus found a fitting arena for showcasing Oxa’s passenger transportation solution, providing a glimpse of what is to come before its anticipated public launch later this year.
Distinguishing itself from conventional autonomous systems reliant solely on cameras, Oxa Driver amalgamates data from an array of sensors including cameras, lidar, and radar. This intricate fusion empowers the software to establish a holistic and intricate understanding of its surroundings, outperforming its camera-reliant counterparts in terms of situational awareness.
Gavin Jackson, the CEO at Oxa, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We are thrilled to be working with Beep to deploy our unique autonomy solution to enable safe, secure and efficient passenger transportation in the United States. This marks a significant step forward for Oxa and the future of self-driving technology. Through partnering with Beep, we have the potential to drive several thousand vehicles over the coming years to make Oxa software the most widely utilised AV platform on the planet.”
Joe Moye, Beep’s CEO, also shared his excitement about the partnership, asserting, “We’re delighted to partner with Oxa to bring new and enhanced electric, autonomous vehicles to market as we continue to expand our testing and our business across the United States. Oxa’s self-driving software, integrated with our command center and service management software, provides a safe and sophisticated autonomous solution that will enhance our passenger experience and operational capabilities, making more accessible, true autonomous use cases a near-term reality. Safe, shared autonomous transportation promises a major impact on traffic congestion, road safety, and the environment, and we’re pleased to have a partner who shares these priorities and values in Oxa.”