This autonomous tram is equipped with sensor technologies such as cameras, radar, LiDAR, and GNSS, all connected to an artificial intelligence (AI) system. This technology allows the tram to recognize its surroundings, even in various weather conditions, and make independent decisions to control the tram through a drive-by-wire system. With a 200 kWh battery, the tram can travel up to 90 km on a single charge, making it efficient and environmentally friendly.

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming attended the tram's trial at Purwosari Station on Saturday, November 2, 2024, accompanied by local officials and the Director of Operations at PT INKA. He expressed hope that this environmentally friendly technology could be replicated in other cities in Indonesia, in line with President Prabowo's government priorities to support carbon emission reduction and create a cleaner and greener environment.

Prof. Bambang Riyanto, Head of the ITB Research Team, explained the research related to this project titled "Development of an Autonomous System with Artificial Intelligence for Battery-Powered Autonomous Trams," emphasizing that the development of the autonomous system for this tram is driven by artificial intelligence technologies prioritizing efficiency and safety.

"This system allows the tram to operate both with and without a driver in mixed traffic environments. The tram is also equipped with features such as object detection, collision avoidance assist, driver attention warning, and speed limit assist in driver mode to enhance safety. In autonomous mode, it is equipped with traffic sign recognition, adaptive cruise control, and an autonomous emergency braking system capable of preventing potential collisions. We hope that the results of this research will mark a new milestone for renewable energy-based smart public transportation in Indonesia that can be applied in major cities," he said.

This collaboration brings a grand vision of providing smart, safe, and environmentally friendly transportation based on renewable energy in Indonesia. With support from the Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education Agency (LPDP), this autonomous tram not only reduces carbon emissions but also opens opportunities for the development of advanced transportation technology in Indonesia. ITB and PT INKA hope that the results of this trial will bring Indonesia one step closer to greener and more modern smart cities in the future.