{"id":3887,"date":"2026-06-22T10:00:02","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T08:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forescan.semtix.eu\/svycarsky-recept-na-autonomni-mobilitu-jak-v-aurelu-menime-teorii-v-bezpecnou-realitu\/"},"modified":"2026-08-31T14:25:53","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T12:25:53","slug":"the-swiss-approach-to-autonomous-mobility-how-aurel-validates-autonomous-mobility","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forescan.semtix.eu\/en\/blog\/the-swiss-approach-to-autonomous-mobility-how-aurel-validates-autonomous-mobility\/","title":{"rendered":"The Swiss Approach to Autonomous Mobility: How AUREL Validates Autonomous Mobility"},"content":{"rendered":"

The safety of autonomous systems is not established on the road itself, but through thousands of hours of development, testing and validation. A Czech study visit to Switzerland \u2013 one of Europe’s leading pioneers in intelligent mobility \u2013 provided valuable insights into the final stage of verifying automated and autonomous mobility systems. Swiss experts demonstrated how they assess the functionality and safety of these systems under real traffic conditions. Central to this approach is the integration of simulations, digital models, testing infrastructure and the real-world operating conditions \u2013 an approach that AUREL has been developing and refining over the long term.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Switzerland Supports Autonomous Mobility at the Federal Level<\/span><\/h2>\n

Automated Driving Systems (ADS)<\/b> and <\/span>Cooperative, Connected and Automated Mobility (CCAM) <\/b>concepts are increasingly being deployed in real-world traffic. These developments were the focus of a Swiss study visit attended by a Czech expert delegation, including <\/span>AUREL<\/b><\/a> representatives Robert Stoff-Riegel and Jan Ritter.<\/span><\/p>\n

The study visit was organised with the support of <\/span>the Embassy of Switzerland in the Czech Republic <\/b>and <\/span>Presence Switzerland<\/b>, a unit of <\/span>the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA<\/b><\/a>)<\/b> that promotes international cooperation, innovation and the exchange of know-how between Switzerland and its partner countries. During the visit, members of the Czech delegation met with representatives of the FDFA and <\/span>the Federal Roads Office<\/b><\/a> (FEDRO\/ASTRA),<\/b> who play a key role in advancing modern mobility and the associated legislative framework.<\/span><\/p>\n

Switzerland is among Europe’s leading countries <\/b>in the validation of autonomous mobility in real-world conditions. Since March 2025, Swiss legislation has allowed SAE Level 4 vehicles to be tested outside the standard type-approval process. Instead, each vehicle and its operational concept are assessed individually, with approval is granted in stages within a defined Target Operational Domain (TODs). In addition to technical safety, the authorities evaluate how predictably, and reliably autonomous systems perform across a wide range of traffic scenarios.<\/span><\/p>\n

From Autonomous Delivery to the Public Transport of the Future<\/span><\/h2>\n

Nineteen pilot projects<\/b> are providing valuable insights for the future deployment of automated mobility, while serving as practical demonstrations of the regulatory, technical and operational aspects of introducing SAE Level 4 vehicles. At the same time, they are supporting the further development of the tools and processes needed to facilitate the transition from pilot projects to the full commercial operation of autonomous vehicles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Members of the Czech delegation had the opportunity to explore several ongoing <\/span>pilot projects<\/b> demonstrating the practical application of autonomous mobility. One notable example of the Swiss approach in practice is a joint project by <\/span>Planzer and LOXO<\/b><\/a>, in which the <\/span>autonomous vehicle \u201cMathilde\u201d<\/b> carries out last-mile parcel deliveries in Bern without a driver behind the wheel.<\/span><\/p>\n

The study visit also highlighted advances in autonomous public transport. In Arbon, the <\/span>SCCL (Self-Controlled City Liner)<\/b><\/a> project operates <\/span>ARTOUR<\/b>, <\/span>a fully electric autonomous bus<\/b> developed by <\/span>ADASTEC Corp<\/b><\/a>. Measuring 8.3 metres in length and offering seating for 20 passengers, the vehicle serves routes through the town’s historic centre and is being prepared for SAE Level 4 operation with teleoperation support.<\/span><\/p>\n

Another noteworthy project was the <\/span>IAMO (Intelligent Automated Mobility)<\/b><\/a> project, which is exploring the use of autonomous vehicles to provide accessible transport not only in urban areas but also in sparsely populated rural regions, where conventional scheduled public transport is often not economically viable. A common feature of all the projects presented was their strong <\/span>emphasis on safety<\/b>, real-world testing under normal traffic conditions, and the integration of remote supervision as an essential component of autonomous mobility systems.<\/span><\/p>\n