Autonomous eJEST Debuts in the U.S. at FAV Summit

Damera Corporation, Karsan Automotive, ADASTEC, and Beep unveiled the Karsan Autonomous eJEST at the Florida Automated Vehicles (FAV) Summit—marking a major step in bringing SAE Level-4, fully electric, accessible minibuses into real U.S. service.

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Built on Karsan’s proven eJEST platform, automated by ADASTEC’s flowride.ai Level-4 software, and orchestrated by Beep’s AutonomOS™ platform, the Autonomous eJEST blends compact design, full accessibility, and safety-first automation into a production-ready vehicle for first/last-mile, campus, district, and shuttle services.

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As Karsan’s North American distributor, Damera plays a hands-on role in turning advanced tech into day-to-day operations—supporting vehicle supply, integration, charging strategies, fleet telematics, training, warranty coordination, and parts/service. Our goal is simple: help agencies move from pilot to scale with confidence.

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About eJEST Autonomous

Designed for real-world operation, the Autonomous eJEST performs reliably in all weather and lighting conditions, operating safely day and night. At just 5.8 meters in length and with a range of up to 260 km, the vehicle offers seating for up to 19 passengers, full ADA accessibility, and an exceptionally quiet, smooth ride. Its advanced sensor suite delivers 360° awareness, enabling the eJEST to navigate mixed traffic, intersections, and pedestrian areas with confidence and precision.

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With 80 kW DC fast charging and 22 kW AC compatibility, it adapts easily to existing depot or on-route charging setups. Inside and out, its eye-catching, human-centered design reflects a balance of innovation and practicality—turning daily travel into a seamless, intelligent experience.

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By merging efficiency, safety, and automation, the eJEST embodies smart transportation for smart cities, redefining what sustainable mobility looks like for the next generation of public transit.

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Why Autonomous Transit Matters

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▪️Right-sized & electric: A compact, low-floor, 19-passenger minibus that fits real routes and tight streets while cutting emissions and noise.

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▪️Level-4 autonomy: ADASTEC’s validated stack navigates mixed traffic with 360° perception for consistent, predictable service.

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▪️Operational orchestration: Beep’s AutonomOS™ enables fleet monitoring, route management, and safety processes—linking the AV to the wider mobility network.

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▪️North American readiness: FMVSS/CMVSS/ADA compliant and Altoona-tested, built on a widely deployed eJEST family with deep serviceability.

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▪️From demo to deployment: Confirmed services are planned in Altamonte Springs, FL (CraneRIDES expansion connecting to SunRail) and Atlanta, GA (fixed-route AV along the BeltLine ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup).

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Damera’s Role

As the exclusive distributor of Karsan vehicles in North America, Damera supports agencies with complete electrification and fleet modernization programs—from feasibility analysis to deployment and lifecycle support.

Damera brings the ecosystem together—vehicles, autonomy partners, infrastructure, workforce development, and lifecycle support—so agencies can deploy safely and scale cost-effectively. We help define ODDs and routes, align charging and facilities, ready the workforce (operators, technicians, first responders), and integrate telematics & data to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and protect battery health over the vehicle’s life.

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Thank You to Our Partners

Damera Corporation extends its gratitude to our partners for making this milestone possible:

• Karsan Automotive, for its innovation in right-sized electric transit.
• ADASTEC Corp., for the world-leading flowride.ai Level-4 automation platform.
• Beep, Inc., for pioneering operational excellence and real-world deployments.
  Together, we’re moving the future of transit from concept to community impact.

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Experience what’s next for public transit.

To learn more about Karsan’s electric and autonomous bus lineup—or to discuss how your agency can pilot right-sized autonomous transit—contact Damera Corporation today.

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