Imagine something straight out of The Jetsons 🚀: vehicles gliding down the road with zero drivers behind the wheel. According to Russia's Ministry of Transport, that future might be closer than you think. Deputy Transport Minister Vladimir Poteshkin revealed at a press conference that by 2050, around 50% of all transport vehicles will be driverless. 🤖🚗
This isn't just a dream. In March, an unmanned truck completed its first long-haul journey, covering the 1,600 km from St. Petersburg to Kazan in just 24 hours. Engineers were on standby in the cab as it cruised along expressways—talk about next-level road trip vibes! 🛣️✨
Plus, fully autonomous freight operations kicked off on the Central Ring Road around Moscow in early April. And since 2023, driverless giants have been navigating the M-11 Neva highway. These moves show Russia is serious about building the tech and infrastructure for a new era of mobility.
For news enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and estudiantes, this shift opens doors: fresh career paths in AI and robotics, new investment opportunities in smart transport, and even cooler travel experiences. 🌏💡
Stay tuned as Russia steers toward a driver-free future by mid-century—because the road ahead is driven by innovation! 🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
