Policymaking for Automated Vehicles: A Proactive Approach for Government

Abstract

During the 2016 Automated Vehicle Symposium, the authors organized a policy focused breakout session that included a discussion with public agency representatives, industry leaders, and policy experts about the challenges, opportunities and priority actions policy-makers should consider to prepare for the adoption of automated vehicles. The industry panel highlighted a number of policy actions including the appropriate role of government, data and education needs. The public agency discussion settled on a few key themes including the need to improve public education and outreach, conduct information sharing, enhance communication with industry, consider near and long-term impacts, and focus on early deployment opportunities.