Ali Ufuk Peker

[ADASTEC Corp. @AdastecCorp]

Automated Mobility in Action on Motor City Streets

ADASTEC demonstrated its SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform on open public roads in Detroit, Michigan, in collaboration with the @MichiganDOT and @michiganstateu.

As part of the @ITS_America event, SpartanXpress carried passengers through live urban traffic on two public road demonstration routes, extending from Huntington Place Detroit toward Smart Parking Lab and Newlab.

Covering approximately 4 miles on the Newlab route and 4.5 miles on the Smart Parking Lab route, the demonstrations showcased ADASTEC’s automated driving software in real-world traffic conditions across multiple operational runs.

From the heart of Detroit’s mobility ecosystem, this demonstration reflects ADASTEC’s continued commitment to working with public agencies, transportation stakeholders, academic partners, and technology organizations to bring scalable SAE Level-4 automated mobility solutions to real-world operations.

Watch the full video on YouTube 👉 https://t.co/FTopOFFSUC

#ADASTEC #AutomatedMobility #SAELevel4 #AutonomousDriving #AutomatedDriving #PublicTransportation #SmartMobility #FutureOfMobility #ITSWorld #ITS

[Karsan @KarsanTR]

As Atlanta gears up for the world’s biggest football celebration, Karsan Autonomous e-JEST has begun transporting passengers across the city. 🇺🇸⚽🚍

Part of ATL Spoke, Atlanta’s first autonomous public transportation pilot, Autonomous e-JEST operates between MARTA West End Station and the Atlanta BeltLine Southwest Trail.

Delivered in partnership with ADASTEC and Beep, this initiative marks a significant milestone for autonomous public transit in North America through real-world operations.

ATL Spoke also sets a valuable benchmark for managing increased mobility demands during major international events, showcasing how autonomous technology contributes to connected, accessible, and efficient urban transport.

This project demonstrates how autonomous mobility continues to move from concept to everyday city life.

Atlanta, dünyanın en büyük futbol etkinliğine hazırlanırken, Karsan Otonom e-JEST şehirde yolcu taşımaya başladı. 🇺🇸⚽🚍

Atlanta'nın ilk otonom toplu ulaşım pilotu ATL Spoke kapsamında hizmet veren Otonom e-JEST, MARTA West End Station ile Atlanta BeltLine Southwest Trail arasında çalışıyor.

ADASTEC ve Beep iş birliğiyle hayata geçirilen bu proje, gerçek yolcu operasyonlarıyla Kuzey Amerika’da otonom toplu ulaşım için önemli bir dönüm noktası oluşturuyor.

ATL Spoke, büyük uluslararası organizasyonlarla artan yolcu hareketliliğinde otonom teknolojilerin bağlantılı, erişilebilir ve verimli şehir içi ulaşım çözümlerine katkısını ortaya koyan önemli bir referans sağlıyor.

Bu çalışma, otonom mobilitenin fikir aşamasından günlük şehir yaşamına geçişinde önemli bir adım olarak öne çıkıyor.

Karsan Autonomous e-JEST automated by @AdastecCorp

#Karsan #Atlanta #AutomatedBus #AutonomousMobility #Innovation

[ADASTEC Corp. @AdastecCorp]

Bringing SAE Level-4 automated mobility to the streets of Detroit. 🚌

ADASTEC was honored to host representatives from U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration , FHWA National Highway Institute, JPO ITS, and OST-R for a firsthand experience of ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated bus on open public roads.

Conducted in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Transportation, the demonstration showcased ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform and the capabilities of ADASTEC’s automated bus in a real-world environment.

During the demonstration, Dr. Ali Ufuk Peker, PhD, CEO of ADASTEC, provided an overview of ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform and demonstrated the capabilities of ADASTEC’s automated bus. The demonstration highlighted how automated vehicle technology is being applied to public transit and how innovation can support safer, smarter, and more accessible mobility for communities across America.

We are proud to contribute to the advancement of automated mobility and support safer, smarter, and more accessible public transportation for communities.

Thank you to USDOT, MDOT, Texas Department of Transportation, FTA, FHWA, JPO ITS, and OSTR for joining us in Detroit and for their continued leadership in advancing transportation innovation.

#AutomatedMobility #AutomatedDriving #PublicTransportation #SAELevel4

[ADASTEC Corp. @AdastecCorp]

A new milestone for automated mobility in aviation.

At İGA Istanbul Airport, one of Europe’s busiest aviation hubs, the Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK, automated by ADASTEC, successfully completed an operational demonstration in live apron traffic in collaboration with Turkish Airlines, İGA Istanbul Airport, and Karsan Automotive.

Designed around Turkish Airlines apron workflows, the demonstration simulated crew transportation, shift mobility, and apron-area logistics across an overall 11-kilometer route.

Operating across an airside route in a complex airport environment, the demonstration showcased the capabilities of SAE Level-4 automated driving technology under real operating conditions. By extending field-proven automated driving technology into one of the most demanding airport environments, this demonstration highlights how automated mobility can support safer, more efficient, and more sustainable airport operations.

Learn more about how automated mobility is taking shape in one of aviation’s most demanding operational environments.

🔗 Read the full press release: https://t.co/JQSozk4eH2

#AutomatedDriving #PublicTransport #SmartMobility #TurkishAirlines #AutomatedBus #MobilityInAviation

[ADASTEC Corp. @AdastecCorp]

What does the MINGA project represent for public transport?

Behind the collaboration between ADASTEC and MAN Truck & Bus are teams working to turn advanced technology into real-world operation.

As part of the MINGA project in Munich, ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform and advanced sensor suite are fully integrated into the MAN Lion’s City 12 E, enabling automated operations in complex urban environments.

Insights from industry experts featured in the video, Dr. Michael Roth (Head of Bus and Product Strategy, MAN Truck & Bus), Marc Raudszus (Technical Coordinator), and Ada Taşkoparan (EMEA ADS Sales Lead, ADASTEC), highlight different perspectives on the collaboration.

From system integration to real-world testing and validation, this collaboration reflects a shared commitment to enabling scalable automated bus systems within active public transport networks.

Explore the real-world value behind this project, from vehicle capabilities to system integration and collaboration.

#AutomatedDriving #PublicTransport #Mobility #ADASTEC #MAN

[ADASTEC Corp. @AdastecCorp]

APTA Mobility Conference 2026 is around the corner!

ADASTEC is heading to the APTA Mobility Conference 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah, on May 17–20.

Dr. Ali Ufuk Peker, CEO of ADASTEC, and Cemre Kavvasoğlu, North America Operations Director, will be on-site to share insights from real-world SAE Level-4 automated public transit operations and discuss the evolving future of automated mobility.

📍 Visit Booth 302 to learn more about https://t.co/CV9NOraDkW, ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform, and gain insights from real-world automated bus operations already up and running across different environments and operational scenarios.

From operational insights to diverse deployment use cases, stop by and discover how automated public transportation is taking shape across different operational environments.

See you in Salt Lake City! 👋

#APTA #AutomatedMobility #PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@sivriikalemler Island of the day before Umberto Eco yarım kaldı anlayamadım bir daha deneyeceğim

[ADASTEC Corp. @AdastecCorp]

Dr. Ali Peker, CEO of ADASTEC, took the stage at IEEE MOST 2026 to present ADASTEC’s approved paper:

“A Reproducible, Data-Driven Framework for Safety and Functionality Verification of Level-4 Automated Buses Through Real-World Testing.”

The paper focused on safety and functionality verification methodologies for Level-4 automated public transportation systems through real-world operational validation.

During the presentation, Dr. Ali showcased ADASTEC’s real-world safety validation and verification approach developed through ongoing operational deployments and extensive testing activities. The session highlighted how structured test scenarios, ODD validation processes, edge-case evaluations, dummy vehicle interactions, and functionality verification methodologies are used to assess system behavior across different operational environments.

The presentation also provided a closer look at how real-world operational data and controlled testing environments contribute to building scalable, reliable, and deployment-ready automated public transportation systems.

Contributors to the presented paper: Doğacan Dolunay ACAR (ADASTEC Corp.), Kaan ÇAKIN (ADASTEC Corp.), Demet TÜMKAYA (Koç University), Ergün CAN (ADASTEC Corp.), Cemre KAVVASOĞLU (ADASTEC Corp.), Kerem PAR (ADASTEC Corp.), Ali Ufuk PEKER (ADASTEC Corp.)

#PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

[ADASTEC Corp. @AdastecCorp]

One of the First Automated Public Transportation Applications in Ski Tourism!

Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK automated by ADASTEC completed passenger operations in Sälen, Sweden, introducing automated public transport to ski resort environments and winter tourism.

Connecting ski centers and accommodation areas along a 4.8 km route, the system operated in mixed traffic and shared spaces, interacting continuously with pedestrians and skiers under winter conditions.

Featuring ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform, https://t.co/CV9NOraDkW, the deployment demonstrated how automated public transport can operate safely and reliably beyond urban roads, adapting to different environments and operational scenarios.

Built on real-world experience across multiple deployments, this project further expands the role of automated mobility, showing its potential not only in cities, but also in winter tourism environments.

With passenger transport approval granted by Transportstyrelsen, the deployment represents a validated step toward scalable and real-world automated public transportation.

Curious to see how passengers experienced the journey?

🔗 Watch the full video below.
#PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

[ADASTEC Corp. @AdastecCorp]

ADASTEC provides its SAE Level-4 automated driving software platform for MAN Truck & Bus SE ’s electric city bus as part of the MINGA project

The collaboration brings together MAN’s Lion’s City 12 E bus with ADASTEC’s automated driving software platform and advanced sensor suite, enabling automated operations in real-world public transport environments. The vehicle is planned to operate on a designated line in the city of Munich , demonstrating how automated bus systems can be integrated into active public transport services.

With ongoing testing and validation activities, the project supports preparation for deployment within Munich’s public transport network, marking a step toward integrating automated bus operations into existing transit systems.

🔗 Read the full press release: https://t.co/8Ag1hvRBZn

#FutureMobility #AutomatedDriving #AutonomousVehicles #ElectricBus
#EMobility #PublicTransport #UrbanMobility #Innovation #SmartCities
#SustainableMobility #MINGA #ZeroEmissions #BusMobility

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@Christoffe82766 @joakial_ No tech by @AdastecCorp US company bus is @KarsanTR a Turkish company

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@Yjvitor @joakial_ There is huge shortage of drivers in the EU

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@martr101 @joakial_ It’s designed for the cameras inside. Also, this is L4; you can drive it if you wish. It’s used on the route 90% of the time, but you have all the manual driving functions to drive it elsewhere, which makes logistics easier.

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@worstall @joakial_ It’s designed for the cameras inside. Also, this is L4; you can drive it if you wish. It’s used on the route 90% of the time, but you have all the manual driving functions to drive it elsewhere, which makes logistics easier.

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@rollingruckus @joakial_ There are cameras behind the front window. Also, It is still a drivable bus.

[ADASTEC Corp. @AdastecCorp]

The World’s First Driverless Bus Operations Have Begun

After many years of continuous operations in Stavanger, another milestone has been achieved.

Karsan Autonomous e-ATAK automated by ADASTEC’s SAE Level-4 automated driving software, https://t.co/CV9NOrbbau, has now received approval to operate without a safety driver.

In Stavanger, where several firsts in automated public transport have been realized, including Europe’s first automated bus operations, deployment on open public roads, carrying ticketed passengers and tunnel handling another milestone has been achieved, marking the beginning of driverless operations.

The vehicle is now starting to carry passengers without a safety driver on a BRT line.

Operating on a 10 km dedicated route between the hospital and the university, it will transport passengers autonomously in designated sections, five days a week between 06:00–13:00.

The milestone was marked through a dedicated ceremony and a live driverless showcase. Special thanks to all partners who made this achievement possible: the Ministry of Transport, the Norwegian Public Road Authority, Kolumbus AS, Vy, Karsan Automotive, and AppliedAutonomy.

Explore Level-4 automated public transportation now moving into driverless operations with us.

#PublicTransportation #AutomatedDriving #FutureOfMobility #AutomatedBus

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@tuna_tugcu @Bogazici_CmpE Teşekkürler:)

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@dw_turkce çözüm @AdastecCorp :)

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@etkilihaberyeni çözüm @AdastecCorp :)

[Ali Ufuk Peker @upeker]

@_bky 27. Yeşil Mürekkep Osman Balcıgil yerli. Marina Carlos Ruiz Zafon yabancı