TIER IV Completes Project with Ministry of Economy for Self-Driving Trucks Implementation

TIER IV Completes Project for Automated Truck Development

TIER IV, a leader in developing open-source self-driving technology, has recently completed its project under the Ministry of Economy's subsidy program aimed at enhancing unmanned self-driving development. This initiative specifically tackled the pressing challenge of driver shortages within the logistics sector by focusing on the development of self-driving trucks. With support from Isuzu Motors and Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation, TIER IV successfully advanced its project to create high-speed self-driving trucks based on their large truck models.

The project culminated in successful test runs between Shizuoka Bay's Numazu Service Area and Hamamatsu Service Area, utilizing dedicated lanes for self-driving vehicles on the New Tomei Expressway. Collaborating with Yamato Multi-Charter Co., Ltd. and Suzuki Logistics Network Co., Ltd., TIER IV demonstrated the practicality and feasibility of self-driving trucks in real-world conditions. This successful deployment represents a significant step forward in addressing logistical challenges, particularly the acute driver shortage faced by the industry today.

TIER IV's vision is to democratize self-driving technology, and with this initiative, it aims to accelerate the development of versatile, scalable autonomous driving systems suitable for various automotive manufacturers and logistics companies. Additionally, the company is committed to improving its self-driving open-source software, Autoware, which serves as the backbone of their innovation efforts. By enhancing Autoware and integrating it into numerous self-driving applications, TIER IV is poised to promote the widespread social implementation of automated trucks, thereby establishing a sustainable business model within the transportation sector.

About TIER IV

Founded in December 2015, TIER IV is a deep tech company headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo. The firm spearheads the development of Autoware, the world's first open-source self-driving software, with the mission of making self-driving technology accessible to all. TIER IV provides software platforms leveraging Autoware as their product base, adapting to market demands through various innovative solutions. By collaborating with partners across the globe, TIER IV aims to expand the possibilities of self-driving systems through a flourishing ecosystem powered by Autoware.

Company Overview

- Company Name: TIER IV, Inc.
- Location: Shinagawa, Tokyo
- Website: tier4.jp
- Founded: December 2015
- Main Business Activities:

- Development of self-driving platforms
- Development of self-driving web services
- Sales of self-driving system development kits
- Education related to self-driving technology