Maruti Suzuki to set up 12 automated driving test centers in Delhi

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. | Automobiles - Passenger Cars | Automobiles | BSE: 532500 | NSE: MARUTI

28 Dec 2017 Evaluate

Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) has entered into an agreement with the Government of NCT of Delhi to set up state-of-the-art Automated Driving Test Centres across 12 locations in the city. A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed between the Department of Transport, NCT of Delhi and the company.

As per the MoA, MSIL will set up Automated Driving Test Centres comprising scientifically laid driving test tracks, advanced high definition cameras and an integrated IT system, as approved by the Transport Department. While MSI will set up the Centres and maintain them for three years, the Transport Department will conduct the tests and issue driving licenses to eligible applicants.

The company will invest approximately Rs 15 crore. The Centres will be set up in phases, and handed over to the Transport Department. The commissioning of the Centres and their operation will be decided by the Transport Department.

Maruti Suzuki India (formerly known as Maruti Udyog) is the country’s largest carmaker. It provides passenger cars, utility vehicles and vans. The firm also offers pre-owned car sales, fleet management and car financing services.