Learning for Deployment of Robotaxis at Scale
As the global race to deploy automated vehicles in urban environments accelerates, the project "Learning for Deployment of Robotaxis at Scale" aims to identify lessons that can inform future implementations in Europe.
Bridging Global Knowledge for European Deployments
The primary goal of the project is to analyze the commercial operations of robotaxis and gather insights from stakeholders involved in these deployments. Through interviews, data analysis, and workshops, the project will summarize lessons learned from the public, operators, and municipal administrators in regions where robotaxi fleets are already operational. These insights will be useful when European cities, particularly in Sweden, consider large-scale deployment of automated vehicle fleets.
Key Objectives and Insights
The project seeks to generate an overview of the critical factors influencing the success of large-scale robotaxi deployments. Key questions the project will address include:
- How can public, corporate, and individual objectives be aligned when deploying automated vehicle fleets?
- What challenges should be anticipated and avoided when introducing automated fleets into urban environments?
- How can the public be educated on the opportunities and limitations of automated vehicles?
By addressing these questions, the project will provide valuable insights for Swedish and European stakeholders and help lay the groundwork for future international collaboration.
Methodology and Dissemination
The project will gather insights through a combination of interviews with stakeholders in California, China, and other regions, alongside data collection and research from publications, media, and reports on early robotaxi deployments. The exploration will also focus on business considerations and other driving forces behind these deployments.
The findings will be shared through written reports and presentations at events such as the Drive Sweden Forum, ITS Congress, and Transportforum. Additionally focused discussions with stakeholders will allow dialogues on the challenges and opportunities of deploying robotaxi fleets.
This project also serves as the foundation for continued collaboration between partners from Sweden and US within the field of automated mobility solutions for real world use.
As Europe and Sweden move closer to deploying robotaxi fleets, the "Learning for Deployment of Robotaxis at Scale" project will play a role in ensuring these implementations are informed by real-world experiences and lessons learned from early adopters worldwide.
Project manager: Ingrid Skogsmo, VTI
Parties: VTI, Silicon Valley Mobility
Potential partners: Zeekr Technology Europe, Pony.ai
Period: January 2025 to June 2025
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