Karsan and Damera at MOVE America 2024

About the Event

Karsan Automotive and Damera proudly participated in MOVE AMERICA: Mobility Re-imagined, held on September 24, 2024, at the Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas. During the event, Karsan's CEO, Okan Baş, took part in the panel discussion "How Autonomous Vehicles Will Interact with Smart City Infrastructure." He presented Karsan’s forward-thinking vision for the future of autonomous public transportation, including the groundbreaking Level-4 Autonomous e-ATAK, the world’s first fully autonomous bus in its class. This event marked a significant milestone in the conversation around integrating autonomous vehicles into smart urban ecosystems.

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Introduction to Karsan's Game-Changing Autonomous eATAK

Autonomous eATAK is a next-generation electric vehicle designed to revolutionize urban mobility by seamlessly integrating autonomous technology with smart city infrastructure. As cities across the globe strive for cleaner and more efficient transportation systems, Karsan's advancements in autonomous vehicles (AVs) stand at the forefront of this evolution.
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The Future of Urban Mobility: Autonomous and Smart City Synergy

Okan Baş emphasized that the future of urban transportation is not just about convenience, but about creating smarter, greener, and safer cities. The Autonomous eATAK promises optimized traffic flow, reduced emissions, and enhanced safety for both passengers and pedestrians. By enabling vehicles to communicate seamlessly with city infrastructure, Karsan is paving the way for improved energy efficiency, better air quality, and an overall enhanced quality of life for urban dwellers.

With the Autonomous eATAK already in service in Finland and Norway, Karsan is ready to bring its innovative solutions to cities across North America. The vehicle is designed to meet the growing need for efficient traffic management and sustainable transit solutions, making it an ideal fit for smart cities of the future.

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Karsan and Damera: Driving Innovation Together in North America

Damera Corporation is proud to collaborate with Karsan to introduce the future of urban mobility to North America. At the MOVE America event, Damera stood alongside Karsan. Our shared commitment to providing cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable transportation solutions is at the heart of our partnership. As North American cities increasingly prioritize sustainability, our combined expertise will play a critical role in helping transit agencies adopt these advanced solutions.

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Autonomous eATAK: A Closer Look at the Technology

The Autonomous eATAK is a fully electric, low-floor bus designed for urban transit. Equipped with a powerful 230 kW motor and a torque of 2500 Nm, the eATAK offers a range of up to 300 km on a single charge, powered by a 220 kWh lithium-ion battery. Its carbon steel space frame structure ensures durability, while advanced corrosion resistance technology provides long-lasting performance.

With Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities, the eATAK navigates urban environments without human control, detecting road and environmental conditions on defined routes. High-tech sensors allow the vehicle to operate safely in all weather conditions, whether day or night, and handle complex traffic situations, ensuring maximum safety for passengers, pedestrians, and other road users.

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Safe and Controlled Autonomous Driving
Autonomous eATAK is equipped with state-of-the-art sensors that continuously monitor its surroundings, making motorcycles, pedestrians, and other obstacles in blind spots visible. This technology ensures a safe drive by following traffic signs and adjusting to road conditions without the need for a driver. The vehicle’s performance is unaffected by bright light, fog, or other challenging conditions that would hinder human drivers.

In addition, the eATAK offers remote control capabilities, allowing for instant data retrieval and remote route changes when necessary. This ensures that the vehicle can be managed safely and efficiently even in the event of unexpected road conditions or traffic interruptions.

Pioneering a Greener Future
Karsan’s Autonomous eATAK is not just a step forward in autonomous technology but a leap towards a more sustainable future. As electric buses log millions of kilometers worldwide, the Autonomous eATAK is now ready to introduce the technology of the future to North American cities. Together with Damera, Karsan is committed to delivering innovative mobility solutions that will make cities smarter, safer, and greener.

Join Us in Transforming Urban Mobility

‍As urban centers across North America evolve, Karsan and Damera Corporation are leading the way in delivering the next generation of electric and autonomous transportation solutions. By integrating smart infrastructure with cutting-edge vehicle technology, we are creating a future where cities are cleaner, transportation is more efficient, and travel is safer.

Contact Damera Corporation today to learn more about how the Karsan Autonomous eATAK and our range of sustainable transportation solutions can transform your city's transit system.