Self-driving bus in Sweden crashes with tram on first day
A self-driving bus in Gothenburg, Sweden, crashed into a tram on its first day carrying passengers. The bus has been taken out of service for inspection, but fortunately, there were no casualties. The trial for the self-driving bus was approved to last until July 31, 2027, with a driver present to take control if necessary.
- ▪The self-driving bus was involved in a crash with a tram on its first day carrying passengers.
- ▪There were no casualties or personal damages reported from the incident.
- ▪The bus had been operating in Gothenburg since March but only began carrying passengers on May 25.
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Self-driving bus in Sweden crashes with tram on first daySign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe self-driving bus has been taken out of service for inspection.PHOTO: PIXABAYPublished May 25, 2026, 08:20 PMUpdated May 25, 2026, 08:20 PMSTOCKHOLM - A self-driving bus was involved in a crash with a tram on its first day carrying passengers in the Swedish city of Gothenburg on May 25, the Vasttrafik public transport company said.The bus has been taken out of service for inspection, Vasttrafik spokesman Patrik Chi told AFP.“The self-driving bus with people onboard in Gothenburg braked and was hit from behind by a tram.
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