Jeep developing autonomous off-road driving technology

Driving off-road is a hobby for many, and the new technology could be useful as an assistant,

Jeep is said to be developing a fully-autonomous off-road driving technology for its future SUVs.

The company recently released a teaser video showcasing a pair of Grand Cherokee 4xe prototypes tackling off-road trails in Moab, Utah, in the USA. Both Grand Cherokees can be seen covered in cameras and sensors and at times, driving with no driver behind the wheel.

Details of the off-road autonomous tech are still scarce. However, reports suggest that Jeep could reveal the tech officially sometime later this year.

The development effort is led by Neda Cvijetic, Head of AI & Autonomous Driving at Stellantis. The technology is said to be specifically for the Jeep brand, with Neda aiming to give the SUVs the ability to drive themselves in rugged off-road conditions.

Reports state that driving off-road is a hobby for many, and the new technology could be useful as an assistant, helping drivers get themselves out of complex off-road situations.

Christian Meunier, CEO of Jeep, stated that the new tech would encourage more customers across many countries to join and enjoy the off-roading adventure.

Source: TheDrive