Maruti Suzuki signs pact to automate 4 driving test tracks in Andhra Pradesh under CSR
Maruti Suzuki has signed an MoA with Andhra Pradesh's Transport Department to set up and maintain automated driving test tracks at four locations under its CSR initiative.
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What Happened
Maruti Suzuki India Limited signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Transport Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh, to set up and maintain 4 Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) at RTO locations in Eluru, Ongole, Vizianagaram, and Anakapalli. The ADTTs will be equipped with high-definition cameras, RFID sensors, real-time analytics, and an integrated IT system to enable a standardized and objective testing process with zero human intervention. Test results are automatically generated according to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules.
“Aligned with his vision for technology-led solutions, we are honoured to bring 4 Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) to the state of Andhra Pradesh. ADTTs use advanced technology that ensure a comprehensive, efficient, and transparent process with zero human intervention. This guarantees that only skilled drivers are awarded a driving license, thereby improving overall road safety.”
“I commend Maruti Suzuki for its significant contribution to road safety through the launch of Automated Driving Test Tracks across the state. The automation of driving test tracks is expected to bring greater uniformity and objectivity in the testing process and ensure that driving licenses are issued only to candidates with the requisite driving skills, thereby strengthening road safety in the st”
- Eluru, Vizianagaram, and Anakapalli: Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) and Two-Wheelers (TW)
- Ongole: LMV, TW, and Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMV)
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Maruti Suzuki has already automated 46 ADTTs across seven states and signed MoAs for 21 in Rajasthan and 10 in Tamil Nadu.
Why this matters
The automated tracks aim to make driving license testing more objective and transparent, ensuring only skilled drivers get licenses, which improves road safety.
Terms in This Story
- ADTT
- Automated Driving Test Track – a technology-enabled track for objective driving license testing with minimal human intervention.
- MoA
- Memorandum of Agreement – a formal document outlining the terms of a partnership or agreement between parties.
- CSR
- Corporate Social Responsibility – a company's initiatives to contribute positively to society.
- RTO
- Regional Transport Office – a government office responsible for vehicle registration and driving license issuance in India.
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