Jacksonville: A Leader in Autonomous Vehicles and Transportation Technology

Autonomous vehicles are becoming increasingly popular and Jacksonville is leading the way in this movement. Florida State College at Jacksonville recently introduced a driverless vehicle to transport students around campus. The technology behind these vehicles has a local connection, which Kent Justice explores in the latest episode of This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition.

Joe Moye, the founder of Beep, a company that produces autonomous vehicles used by the Jacksonville Transportation Authority, has ties to the city as his family served in the Navy at Mayport and decided to stay in Jacksonville. Beep specializes in deploying purpose-built, autonomous electric shuttles that are capable of transporting multiple passengers. This technology aims to revolutionize transportation by providing alternative options for those who may not have access to traditional means of transportation.

Moye discussed his vision for bringing autonomous vehicles to Jacksonville, emphasizing their usefulness in downtown areas, medical campuses, academic campuses, and airports. These vehicles are designed to provide efficient transportation services in these environments, offering a new way for people to get around.

This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition takes a closer look at the connections and challenges related to Jacksonville’s transportation future, examining the potential impact of autonomous vehicles on the city. Tune in to learn more about how this technology is shaping the way we move people in society.