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KAUST launches Saudi Arabia’s first self-driving vehicles

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KAUST has launched self-driving shuttles on its campus, making it the first adopter of autonomous vehicles in Saudi Arabia. The pilot project utilizes vehicle technology from Local Motors and EasyMile. SAPTCO will operate the autonomous shuttles and manage operations with Saudi staff. Why it matters: This initiative advances Saudi Arabia's 2030 Vision and positions KAUST as a regional leader in smart city development and AI research.

KAUST helps accelerate the electric vehicle sector in Saudi Arabia

KAUST ·

Lucid Motors is partnering with KAUST to recruit talent for its EV manufacturing plant in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC). KAUST's programs aim to connect talent with job-market demands of EV companies like Lucid, particularly in electrical, automotive engineering, battery tech, and renewable energy. A KAUST alumnus highlighted his role at Lucid as contributing to Saudi Arabia's transformation into a global technology leader, supported by Vision 2030. Why it matters: The partnership accelerates Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals in the EV sector by leveraging local talent and research capabilities.