The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) has announced the launch of the Brooklyn AV Circulator, a new pilot program offering free rides on autonomous vehicles ahead of the Ultimate Urban Circulator (U2C) system’s official launch in June 2025. This initiative allows the community to experience emerging autonomous vehicle (AV) technology.
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The Brooklyn AV Circulator will operate from Tuesday, August 27 through Friday, October 25, running Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The service departs from the Jacksonville Regional Transportation Center (JRTC) and stops at eight locations along Riverside Avenue, providing access to 14 popular lunch spots in the Brooklyn area.
The pilot will utilize the EV Star multi-utility zero-emissions vehicle, which features 14 seats and two wheelchair locking points. A JTA attendant will be on board to assist passengers. While this vehicle is not the same model planned for the U2C launch in 2025, it offers a chance for the public to become familiar with AV technology.