Immediately after the launch, Karsan Autonomous e-JEST was also showcased at the Florida Autonomous Vehicle Summit (FAV Summit) held from November 5–7, where it offered outdoor autonomous ride experiences to attendees—attracting significant attention during its first U.S. public demonstration. This enthusiastic reception reaffirmed Karsan’s innovative vision in autonomous mobility and its strong global potential.
Cementing this success, Karsan received its first order of 10 Autonomous e-JESTs from the U.S., marking another milestone in the brand’s global journey. This achievement represents more than just a commercial success—it’s also a reflection of Karsan’s powerful collaboration ecosystem with its technology partner ADASTEC, North American distributor Damera, and service orchestrator partner Beep. Together, these partnerships enable Karsan to deliver an end-to-end autonomous mobility experience, from production line to on-road operation. The Autonomous e-JEST fleet is scheduled to begin public road service in 2026 within Atlanta area and Central Florida. These vehicles will be the first electric and autonomous city minibuses in the U.S., further strengthening Karsan’s position as a pioneering brand in autonomous public transport across both Europe and North America.
Commenting on the development, Karsan CEO Okan Baş said: “With this step, we are strengthening our autonomous presence in America following our success in Europe. Our e-JEST model, which entered North America in 2022, was met with great enthusiasm and affection—earning the nickname ‘Cute Bus’. Now, we are taking our position in the market one step further with its latest autonomous version, the Autonomous e-JEST. The order of 10 Autonomous e-JESTs from the U.S. is the clearest indication of trust in Karsan’s technological strength and strong partnerships in autonomous mobility. Combining the agility and efficiency of e-JEST with the proven autonomous technology of our e-ATAK model opens the doors to a new era in urban transportation. With this move, we once again demonstrate that Karsan is ready to deliver electric, autonomous, and future-ready mobility solutions in the North American market.”
The order of 10 Autonomous e-JESTs received from America reveals not only Karsan’s technological strength but also the success of its trust-based global collaborations. Within the scope of these collaborations, it is planned that the first Autonomous e-JESTs will start public road service in 2026 in the Atlanta Area and Central Florida.
