This book delves into the complex landscape of autonomous urban mobility, analysing the factors that influence public adoption, stakeholder perspectives, and societal perceptions in this rapidly evolving field. Aimed at scholars, policymakers, urban planners, and industry professionals, this book offers a thorough exploration of the key elements driving the integration of autonomous vehicles in urban settings. Drawing on empirical evidence from diverse case studies, it first investigates public awareness, emphasising the roles of knowledge, exposure, and media in shaping perceptions of autonomous vehicles, and underscores the critical need for targeted awareness campaigns. Subsequent chapters examine pre-trial attitudes towards autonomous shuttles, demonstrating how initial experiences significantly impact adoption willingness, and advocate for pilot programs to cultivate informed, positive perceptions.

This book also explores the potential of smart mobility solutions to bridge first/last mile gaps, presenting data on how autonomous vehicles can improve urban transport efficiency and accessibility. By analysing socio-demographic predictors, it highlights varying perceptions of the benefits and challenges of autonomous demand-responsive transit, underscoring the importance of tailored strategies for diverse urban populations. Stakeholder perspectives, gathered through interviews and case studies, offer practical recommendations for overcoming technological, regulatory, and societal hurdles. Comparative insights from international case studies broaden the understanding of local factors influencing autonomous vehicle acceptance, while advanced modelling techniques identify the key drivers of driverless car adoption. Finally, this book explores the transformative potential of autonomous vehicles in developing countries, offering visionary insights into their capacity to reshape urban landscapes.

With its data-rich content and forward-thinking analysis, this book is an indispensable guide to the future of urban transportation and the critical role of autonomous mobility.

This volume, alongside its companion-Autonomous Urban Mobility: Understanding Innovation Principles, Priorities, Policies-offers a holistic view of autonomous urban mobility. Together, these books provide a comprehensive exploration of the rapidly evolving landscape of autonomous urban mobility, the principles guiding its innovation, the wide-ranging impacts of its adoption on society, policy, and urban environments, and the transformative potential of autonomous vehicles in the future of urban transportation.

About the Author

Tan Yigitcanlar, a globally recognised Australian researcher and author in urban studies, technology, and planning, is ranked among the world's top 1% of scientists. He is a Professor at Queensland University of Technology's School of Architecture and Built Environment and the Director of the QUT Urban AI Hub in Brisbane, Australia.

Reviews

"Innovations such as electric mobility, autonomous vehicles, and mobility-as-a-service represent disruptive technologies that drive profound societal transformations. Autonomous Urban Mobility provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the complexities of these advancements, helping to avoid common challenges while accelerating the 'Five Transformations'-vehicle transformation, modal-split transformation, lifestyle transformation, economic transformation, and city transformation-essential for achieving sustainable urban development."

Professor Becky Loo, The University of Hong Kong, China

"Autonomous Urban Mobility dives into the social, technical, and policy landscapes shaping autonomous vehicle adoption in cities. Through empirical research and case studies, the book skilfully examines autonomous vehicles as solutions to urban issues like congestion and access, providing insights for policymakers, planners, and anyone interested in urban mobility's future."

Professor David Levinson, University of Sydney, Australia

"A timely work, Autonomous Urban Mobility presents a focused collection of Tan Yigitcanlar's research on autonomous driving technology, public acceptance and attitudes towards autonomous vehicles and autonomous transit. This book serves as an invaluable guide for researchers and policymakers, offering insights into public adoption intentions, expectations, and concerns surrounding this transformative mode of mobility."

Professor Sylvia He, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, China

"Autonomous Urban Mobility by Tan Yigitcanlar provides a timely and essential exploration of the complexities involved in integrating autonomous technologies into urban environments. By addressing foundational principles, actionable policies, and strategic priorities, this book serves as a vital resource for policymakers, urban planners, and professionals in the smart mobility sector."

Professor Jonathan Corcoran, The University of Queensland, Australia

"Most discussions about autonomous vehicles focus on the image of a driverless car-a narrow view. In Autonomous Urban Mobility, Tan Yigitcanlar presents a thorough analysis of how this transformative technology could reshape the economic, social, and spatial dynamics of cities if understood as a socio-technical system. Through a multidisciplinary lens, he explores its current impacts on urban mobility and its potential to create sustainable and equitable transport systems. Combining theory, critical analysis, and practical insights, this book is an essential guide for urban planners, transportation experts, and anyone shaping the future of cities."

Professor Fabio Duarte, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA

Book Information
ISBN 9781032997216
Author Tan Yigitcanlar
Format Paperback
Page Count 290
Imprint CRC Press
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g