Kazakhstan launches pilot program for autonomous cars in urban mobility projects

Driverless vehicle trials will begin in Almaty, Astana, and the Akmola region, aiming to transform traffic and boost the digital economy

The Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development in Kazakhstan has announced the pilot launch of autonomous cars as part of urban mobility projects. Trials for driverless vehicles are set to occur in Almaty, Astana, and the Akmola region. This initiative aims to transform traditional traffic patterns and contribute to creating a new segment within the digital economy. Authorities anticipate that the advancement of unmanned technologies will, in the long term, provide additional revenue for the state budget. A timeline for one of the advanced transport projects was previously revealed, scheduling 50 driverless cars to be operational in Almaty by May 1, 2026.