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Israel and autonomous vehicles: what future for transportation?

Writer: Caroline HaïatCaroline Haïat


The Jewish state, known for its expertise in technological innovation, has become a key player in the development of autonomous vehicles and future transportation solutions. Israeli companies such as Mobileye and Autotalks are playing a pioneering role in this revolution, which has crucial implications for the automotive industry and the economy.


Autonomous Driving Intelligence


Mobileye, one of Israel's most famous startups in the automotive technology sector, has been a forerunner in autonomous vehicles. It develops driver assistance systems based on artificial intelligence. Through real-time data analysis from cameras and sensors, Mobileye enables vehicles to interact autonomously with their environment, avoid obstacles, and make decisions based on traffic conditions.


"Our goal is to make autonomous vehicles safe and efficient. By combining AI and thousands of data points from cars on the road, we can create a smarter driving system capable of reducing accidents and optimizing traffic," said Amnon Shashua, co-founder of Mobileye.
Mobileye
Mobileye

Autonomous cars represent the future of transportation, and Israel is at the forefront of this transformation, with numerous road trials taking place in the country. These advancements could have a major impact not only on road safety but also on the environment and the efficiency of urban transportation systems.


Drones: A New Era for Logistics


Israel is also a major player in the field of autonomous drones. Companies like Flytrex are developing drones to carry out rapid deliveries, thus revolutionizing the logistics sector. Flytrex, for instance, has implemented drone delivery services in various regions of Israel, allowing for the delivery of meals, medicines, and even everyday products in both urban and rural areas.


The Israeli Civil Aviation Authority has facilitated the development of these technologies by establishing safety regulations tailored to the use of drones in dense urban environments.


"Autonomous drones represent the future of logistics, and Israel is the ideal place to test these innovations. With a favorable regulatory framework and technical expertise, we are able to offer ultra-fast delivery that reduces costs and carbon footprints," explains Yona Shtern, CEO of Flytrex.

Tel Aviv University and the Transport Innovation Center are partnering with private companies to develop solutions that allow autonomous vehicles to connect with each other and their environment, ensuring smooth and safe traffic flow.


While these technologies offer clear benefits, they also raise important questions, particularly about technological unemployment due to the reduction of jobs in the driver sector. Israel is also working on adaptation solutions, such as retraining programs and strategies for gradually integrating technologies.



Israel is positioning itself as a global leader in innovation in autonomous transportation. With cutting-edge companies, a favorable regulatory environment, and a culture of continuous innovation, the country is on track to define the future of global transportation.


Caroline Haïat



 
 

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