JTA to debut first autonomous vehicle on FSCJ’s downtown campus

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) will be debuting its very first autonomous shuttle at FSCJ’s downtown campus on Tuesday.

The launch will take place at 10:30 a.m. in Parking Lot 6, near Building D.

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JTA unveiled plans for a self-driving vehicle, the Ultimate Urban Circulator, on National Autonomous Vehicle Day back in May. The new shuttle is part of a greater initiative to redesign and modernize the existing Jacksonville Skyway by repurposing the current infrastructure.

“In addition to being some of the first to ride autonomous vehicles in Jacksonville, FSCJ students, faculty, and campus guests will have an opportunity to provide us with direct feedback as we prepare to launch the Bay Street Innovation Corridor in 2025,” CEO of JTA Nat Ford said. “FSCJ continues to be a vital partner as we advance and socialize autonomous vehicle technology in Jacksonville, both for Bay Street and beyond.”

The autonomous shuttle will run through the Advanced Technology Center, President’s office, and cafeteria, providing a new mobility service for students, faculty, and visitors to the downtown campus.