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Challenges that cities face when developing an AV-pilot
Challenges that cities face when developing an AV-pilot
Cities face a number of unforeseen challenges when developing a pilot for autonomous vehicles. Generally, local pilot developers within a municipality are not familiar with the required process to successfully lunch an AV-pilot as it differs significantly from other, better-known public transportation projects. Knowledge of the exact requirements related to legal, financial and risk-related issues is especially crucial in demonstrating autonomous vehicles in an urban environment.
Nations have been the gatekeepers on AV testing and commercialization, but urban markets will be the driving factor in how fast AV technology spreads.
Nations have been the gatekeepers on AV testing and commercialization, but urban markets will be the driving factor in how fast AV technology spreads.
– Bloomberg Philanthropies, 2017
Overview of required process to launch an AV-pilot
Overview of required process to launch an AV-pilot
Time to prepare and set up a pilot needs to be well assessed and understood.
Approach to assess feasibility unclear (what to ask, who to involve, etc.)
Pilot Location
Pilot Location
The most suitable route, location and length of the AV-pilot needs to be specified
Project Group
Project Group
Own HR capacity and expertise
Required external knowledge needs to be incorporated into project team
Legal issues
Legal issues
Legal and Regulatory framework needs to be understood and dealt with (e.g. exemptions & permits)
Proper risk assessments and mitigation plans need to be drawn up
Stakeholder questions
Stakeholder questions
Required stakeholders need to be identified
Selection and choice of suitable technology provider and type of vehicle is to be defined
Finance & Costs
Finance & Costs
Estimation of budget and financing options
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