The UK's Oxa and Beep Announce Partnership to Deploy Autonomous Vehicles in the US

Oxa, the UK-based autonomous vehicle software developer, and Beep Inc., have announced a partnership to deploy vehicles driven by Oxa’s self-driving software product, Oxa Driver. The collaboration marks Oxa’s entry into the US market.

The strategic partnership will see Oxa’s autonomy software installed in a variety of vehicle types operated by Beep, from current passenger shuttles to future vehicle platforms.

Two of the Beep shuttles featuring Oxa software are currently operating at the recently opened SunTrax test facility in Auburndale, Florida - the first location in the US specifically designed for connected autonomous vehicle and standard automotive testing in a single site.

Oxa is utilising the facility to showcase its passenger transportation solution ahead of public availability later this year.

Oxa Driver combines sensor data from cameras, lidar and radar, enabling it to gain a more comprehensive view of the world around it than vehicles that rely on cameras alone. 

Beep Inc. is a US provider of autonomous shared mobility solutions.

Gavin Jackson, CEO at Oxa. “We are thrilled to be working with Beep to deploy our unique autonomy solution to enable safe, secure and efficient passenger transportation in the United States, This marks a significant step forward for Oxa and the future of self-driving technology. Through partnering with Beep, we have the potential to drive several thousand vehicles over the coming years to make Oxa software the most widely utilised AV platform on the planet.”

“We’re delighted to partner with Oxa to bring new and enhanced electric, autonomous vehicles to market as we continue to expand our testing and our business across the United States,” adds Joe Moye, CEO at Beep. “Oxa’s self-driving software, integrated with our command center and service management software, provides a safe and sophisticated autonomous solution that will enhance our passenger experience and operational capabilities, making more accessible, true autonomous use cases a near-term reality. Safe, shared autonomous transportation promises a major impact on traffic congestion, road safety and the environment, and we’re pleased to have a partner who shares these priorities and values in Oxa.”

Oxa recently compelted a successful Series C funding round, which raised more than $140 million.