Swiss Transit Lab Line 13 has been in operation in the city of Schaffhausen since April 2023. The STL Line 13 has not only attracted the attention of Schaffhausen residents, but has also attracted international attention. This is because the self-driving bus “Ryder” is revolutionizing automated driving.
With grass blooming on the roadside or deep snow in frosty temperatures, the autonomous bus from the Swiss Transit Lab, also known as “Ryder”, has been proving itself to be a robust and reliable means of public transport for over a year. Ryder” is the first automated vehicle to function without seasonal interruptions in day-to-day operations. This makes the Schaffhausen STL Line 13 an international showcase model for automated driving.
For over five years, the Swiss Transit Lab has been a platform for research and development that develops intelligent mobility under real-life conditions. It brings together society, business, the public sector and research in order to transfer innovative mobility concepts from theory to practical application.
Schaffhausen offers innovative project ideas a unique environment in which technologies can be applied and further developed in practice. This enables makers to test and refine their ideas under real conditions. The short distances between companies, research institutions and authorities are helpful in this respect.
In Schaffhausen, creative minds, technological expertise and entrepreneurial courage come together to turn visionary ideas into reality. The pioneering spirit and willingness to transcend existing boundaries make Schaffhausen a hotspot for innovation and progress.