The Netherlands trials first self-driving bus on route to Rotterdam The Hague airport

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The Netherlands trials first self-driving bus on route to Rotterdam The Hague airport  Starting on 1 August, a self-driving bus will be driving autonomously on public roads in Rotterdam for the first time.  READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/07/17/the-netherlands-trials-first-self-driving-bus-on-route-to-rotterdam-the-hague-airport  Euronews Next is a future-focused news section covering global innovation, science and technology with a European perspective. Our dedicated team of journalists aims to educate and inspire today’s leaders by providing them with analysis and insights into the people and organisations shaping our future

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00:01After years of preparation, the Netherlands' first self-driving bus is ready to hit the streets.

00:08Starting 1 August, passengers will be able to start taking the driverless shuttle to Rotterdam-The Hague Airport,

00:14which had its first test run last Friday.

00:17For now, a driver will still be present on board to monitor the operation

00:21and to prepare the autonomous system so it can eventually take over.

00:25The bus uses cameras, sensors and radar systems to monitor the roads.

00:47Rotterdam Bus Company director Linda Boats says drivers should not be worried they will be losing their job.

00:53It will still take some years before self-driving vehicles can drive independently with other vehicles in traffic.

01:08More technological development is still needed and laws need to be adapted.

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