[BRUSSELS, 12/12/24] – The Partners for Automated Vehicle Education Europe (PAVE Europe), a coalition dedicated to fostering understanding and awareness of automated vehicle (AV) technology, is proud to announce the publication of its white paper ‘Safer, Cleaner, More Equitable: Seizing the Opportunities of Highly Automated Vehicles’. Written by PAVE Europe’s Working Group on ‘Understanding, Trust and Acceptance’, this comprehensive paper provides a holistic perspective on the current state of autonomous mobility, its benefits and its challenges.
AV technology is destined to be transformational, and this paper offers key insights into its most relevant use cases. It serves an accessible guide for the general public, press, and policymakers to better understand and embrace the opportunities that are presented by autonomous mobility.
“This paper represents a major milestone for PAVE Europe and reflects the collective expertise of our members,” said Karl Obermair, Chairman of PAVE Europe and Director of Future Mobility Solutions at TÜV Rheinland. “By addressing the current landscape of automated vehicles, along with their benefits and challenges, we hope to create greater awareness and foster public trust in this technology.”
The publication is the first in a planned series of white papers designed to target specific audiences and use cases. Future instalments will explore additional perspectives, each with an aim to increase trust and acceptance of autonomous mobility.
“Trust is a critical factor in the adoption of any new technology, especially one that is as impactful as automated vehicles,” said Ricco Kämpfer, Leader of the ‘Understanding, Trust and Acceptance’ Working Group, and Senior Consultant Autonomous Mobility at P3. “This paper is designed to bridge the gap in knowledge and encourage informed discussions about how AVs can contribute to a safer, cleaner and more equitable future.”
Key Highlights of the White Paper:
- A clear overview of the current state of autonomous vehicle technology, including its potential for improving road safety, reducing emissions, and enhancing accessibility.
- In-depth exploration of relevant use cases to demystify how AV technology can be integrated into current systems.
- An educational resource for engaging communities and policymakers in meaningful conversations about the opportunities and challenges of autonomous mobility.
Guido Di Pasquale, Managing Director of PAVE Europe said: “This white paper can be used as a key resource to engage the general public with the opportunities and challenges of autonomous mobility. By presenting the technology in a way that is accessible, relatable, and grounded in real-world use cases, we aim to inspire informed conversations that drive trust and acceptance of these technologies.”
The ‘Understanding, Trust and Acceptance’ Working Group is led by Ricco Kämpfer, and Senior Consultant Autonomous Mobility; Lucas Bubiltz, Senior Consultant Autonomous Mobility, and Michael Herdrich, Consultant Autonomous Mobility, each from P3.
Authors and Contributors include Tobias Reich, Managing Partner at Rich Autonomy; Lukas Neckermann, Managing Director at Neckermann Strategic Advisors; George Ivanov; Head of International Policy and Government Affairs at Waymo; Christian Lichtmannecker, Head of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at Mobileye; Javier Guimerá Tena, Head of Autonomous Vehicles BD Operations at Padam Mobility; Nicolas Morael, Head of Autonomous Mobility at Transdev; Maurizio Caon, Professor at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland; Fabian Fruhmann, Manager Corporate communications and Media Relations at Mobileye, and Oliver Nahon, Director of Operations at the Swiss Association for Autonomous Mobility (SAAM).
For more information and to access the white paper, Safer, Cleaner, More Equitable: Seizing the Opportunities of Highly Automated Vehicles, visit here.
ABOUT PAVE EUROPE
PAVE Europe is a coalition committed to advancing public understanding of automated vehicle technology. Through education and engagement, PAVE Europe empowers communities, policymakers, and individuals to shape the future of autonomous mobility. By providing transparent, fact-based information, PAVE Europe fosters trust and acceptance, ensuring the responsible and equitable development of this transformative technology.
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