# Tier IV

<https://tier4.jp/en/>

### Status

* Testing in [Tokyo](/cities/asia/tokyo.md) 2024

### Newmo

TIER IV, a leader in autonomous driving technology, and Newmo, a mobility startup, have joined forces to launch made-in-Japan robotaxi services. This partnership leverages TIER IV’s Autoware, the world’s first open-source software for autonomous driving, and Newmo’s expertise in regional taxi operations to address Japan’s growing mobility needs.

* **Strategic collaboration**: TIER IV and Newmo aim to commercialize robotaxi services in Japan.
* **Autoware-powered technology**: The partnership builds on TIER IV’s open-source autonomous driving software.
* **Regional mobility focus**: Addresses transportation challenges driven by Japan’s aging population.
* **Government support**: Aligns with Japan’s goal to deploy autonomous vehicles in over 100 locations by 2027.

**Source**: <https://selfdrivenews.com/japans-robotaxi-future-takes-shape/>


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