MILO PROGRAM GOALS :
1 . Test autonomous vehicle technology in a real world setting
2 . Educate the public and raise awareness of autonomous vehicle technology
3 . Position the City of Arlington as an innovative transportation leader
Milo routes were designed to connect remote parking areas to key destinations within Arlington ’ s Entertainment District , including AT & T Stadium and Globe Life Park . The air conditioned and wheelchair accessible vehicles provided comfortable and convenient access for citizens and visitors to Arlington .
The City of Arlington worked closely with key partners to make the Milo project possible , including :
AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE NEXT STEPS :
Building on lessons learned with the Milo program , the City of Arlington is continuing its efforts testing autonomous vehicle technology with an on-street pilot program , in partnership with drive . ai . The one year program is testing autonomous vehicles on the streets of the Entertainment District , operating in mixed traffic at speeds up to 35 miles per hour . This program launched in October 2018 , and , like Milo , is free to ride and open to the general public .