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- September 19, 2018
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Renault’s EZ-PRO autonomous concept is aimed at seamless delivery services
Renault Just today at the Hannover Motor Show, Auto giant Renault unveiled unveiled a new autonomous, electric, connected and shared…
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Just today at the Hannover Motor Show, Auto giant Renault unveiled unveiled a new autonomous, electric, connected and shared robo-pod concept vehicle aimed for provision of future last-mile delivery solutions which stands out as one of the major and biggest opportunities for self-driving tech.
As E-commerce continues to explode at a rapid rate, Consumers desire immediate delivery while retailers also find new ways to manage costs with the use of robo-vehicles being one of them.
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Renault’s EZ-PRO concept consists of an autonomous leader pod and driverless robo-pods with the leader pod built for hosting a human concierge who takes the task of supervising delivery of goods and services in addition to the fleet while the driverless pods either move independently or follow each other by platooning for effective delivery use.
The EZ-PRO features customizable modules for a wide range of specific business needs which includes last mile logistics as stated in addition to other services for retailers, craftsmen and entrepreneurs.
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Being a shared solution, A convoy of EZ-PRO pods leaving from the same hub carrying various types of goods and services is managed a single logistics operator even with each pod having its own paymaster, theme, clientele and delivery place.
A single pod for example can make series of deliveries for one online store and another series for a different store while being connected to the same operator which provides for maximization of productivity and saving of costs.
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Its optimal delivery solution makes for a seamless experience with customers able to choose a convenient delivery time and location of their choice while also opting for either concierge or self-serving autonomous delivery.
It’ll also come packed with real-time tracking solutions via mobile with alert services available for a smoother delivery experience.
“With EZ-PRO, we continue our exploratory work around urban shared mobility of the future. Focused on delivery solutions, this autonomous, connected and electric concept represents the ideal tool, being both a creator of opportunity for professionals and a facilitator of services for all its users, direct or indirect. It is based on Renault’s expertise in commercial vehicles and on the brand’s DNA, which places people at the heart of its solutions.” Laurens van den Acker, SVP for Groupe Renault Corporate Design stated.
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In line with Renault’s “Easy Life” brand promise, The EZ-PRO is packed with unique features which offers a safe and ergonomic solution for the operator demonstrated for example by its front access, joystick controller and easy-to-maneuver four-wheel steering feature.
“Renault EZ-PRO shows our vision of last-mile delivery integrated with the ecosystem of smart cities of tomorrow and the needs of professionals. This concept is a solution that would unlock countless opportunities for our various partners, such as we’re showing today with DPD Group, Lomi Coffee, Piper-Heidsieck and Patrick Roger,” Renault executive and Senior Vice President for light commercial vehicles Ashwani Gupta also added.
