Vay
Vay is a company that offers a driverless mobility service in Las Vegas, utilizing teledriving technology to operate vehicles without a safety driver in the car. In December 2021, Vay raised $95M in a Series B funding round to further develop its innovative transportation solutions.
Driverless Mobility Service in Las Vegas
Vay has introduced a driverless mobility service in Las Vegas, Nevada. This service leverages advanced teledriving technology to transport customers without a safety driver physically present in the vehicle. Customers can order an electric vehicle via an app, and a teledriver remotely controls the car from a central location to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
Series B Funding Round in 2021
In December 2021, Vay successfully raised $95 million in a Series B funding round. This substantial financial backing intends to support the company's continued innovation and expansion in the field of teledriving technology and driverless mobility services.
Teledriving Technology
Vay employs pioneering teledriving technology that enables vehicles to be driven remotely by teledrivers. This system uses multiple cellular networks and proprietary hardware to ensure the safety and reliability of vehicle operations. In emergencies, the technology can automatically bring vehicles to a safe stop within milliseconds.
Environmental Impact and Traffic Reduction
Vay aims to mitigate city traffic and pollution by increasing the utilization of electric vehicles through their advanced teledriving technology. By offering a service where electric vehicles can be ordered via an app and driven remotely to customers, Vay seeks to enhance eco-friendly urban transportation solutions.
