TOKYO, Dec. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TIER IV, a pioneer in open-source software for autonomous driving, has been selected by the Japanese government's New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) for an initiative aimed at strengthening industrial competitiveness through the development of a comprehensive AI data platform and ecosystem. Under this project, TIER IV will collect large-scale real-world driving data and generate synthetic data using multimodal AI to cover scenarios that ...

Core Insights - TIER IV has formed a capital and business alliance with Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) to enhance first- and last-mile mobility solutions, improving access to railway stations and contributing to regional development [1][3][4] Group 1: Company Overview - TIER IV is a leader in open-source software for autonomous driving, known for its Autoware platform, which is the world's first open-source software for this technology [5] - The company aims to reshape the future of intelligent vehicles by providing scalable platforms and comprehensive solutions across software development, vehicle manufacturing, and service operations [5] Group 2: Industry Context - Japan faces mobility challenges due to population decline and a shortage of professional drivers, making autonomous buses and shuttles essential for improving access to railway stations [2] - The collaboration between TIER IV and JR Central is expected to leverage autonomous driving technology to enhance station accessibility and support regional communities [4]