Maruti Suzuki launched two new Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) in Haridwar and Rishikesh in Uttarakhand under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Focusing on enhancing road safety and transparency in the issuance of driving licenses, the two new ADTTs were inaugurated by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. This is imitative will ensure that only skilled and competent drivers receive licenses.
How Automation is transforming the Driving License Test process
The newly launched ADTTs are equipped with high-definition cameras and integrated IT systems that conduct driving license evaluations without human intervention. This advanced technology ensures a comprehensive, efficient, and transparent testing process for driving license seekers, aligning with the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR). By automating the evaluation, the system eliminates subjectivity and potential human bias, making the process fairer for all applicants.
Both tracks cater to Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) and two-wheelers, expanding the reach of automated testing in Uttarakhand. Maruti Suzuki has previously operated an ADTT in Dehradun since 2019, which has been recognized for excellence and good governance.
Better drivers, safer roads: Benefits of Automated Testing
The introduction of automated testing has led to an initial decline in the pass percentage of driving license seekers, as observed at the Dehradun ADTT where the pass rate dropped to 60% in FY 2019-20. However, this was followed by a progressive increase to 69%, indicating that applicants are coming better prepared, and only skilled drivers are passing the test. This trend underscores the effectiveness of automated testing in raising the standard of driving competency.
Additionally, Maruti Suzuki, in collaboration with the state government, conducts refresher training for commercial drivers ahead of the annual Char Dham yatra. This initiative prepares drivers for the challenging hilly terrains and is a prerequisite for obtaining the mandatory Green Card required during the pilgrimage. In 2025, the company aims to train around 11,000 drivers, further contributing to road safety during one of the state’s busiest travel periods.
