Nissan's Drive into the Future: The Autonomous Car Race in Japan

Nissan is advancing its autonomous vehicle technology in Japan to keep pace with global leaders Google and China. Utilizing advanced sensors and remote monitoring, Nissan's driverless cars are undergoing testing, aiming for full autonomy by 2029. This innovation addresses Japan's driver shortage in a time of population decline.

Nissan is making strides in the autonomous vehicle sector, showcasing its technology in a recent demonstration in Japan. The driverless cars, equipped with 14 cameras, nine radars, and six LiDar sensors, navigate urban streets with an aim to achieve full autonomy by the end of the decade.

Currently, Nissan's technology operates at Level Two autonomy, where human backup is still involved. However, plans are in place to expand to 20 autonomous vehicles in Yokohama by 2029, reaching Level Four autonomy with no human intervention necessary.

Japan, a leading automaker nation, is striving to join the US and China in the autonomous race, addressing issues like a shrinking workforce and driver shortages. The effort is part of a broader national initiative that includes contributions from companies like Toyota and startups like Tier IV.

(With inputs from agencies.)