EAST LANSING, MI. – July 29, 2024 – ADASTEC Corp, a leader in automated driving solutions, announces the deployment of the first Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards ( FMVSS ) and Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA) compliant automated bus at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in partnership with Vicinity Motor Corp. and ARIBO, an AV advisor supporting the project. This initiative is part of theNational Park Service (NPS) Mobility Challenge Program, which aims to develop sustainable mobility solutions for national parks.

At today's launch event at the Michigan State Capitol Building, MichiganLieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist announced the deployment of the automated, electric, low-floor, accessible transit bus by ADASTEC and Vicinity Motor Corp., funded through an NPS Mobility Challenge Program grant. The bus will transport passengers along the scenic Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Supported by the State of Michigan, this deployment aims to evaluate advanced automated bus technology in an outdoor recreational environment. Beginning mid-August, visitors can reserve a ride at no cost, though a valid park entrance pass is required. This initiative underscores ADASTEC’s dedication to enhancing visitor experiences through advanced technology while preserving the natural beauty of the national parks. You can find detailed information here.