SXSW 2020
Three Austin Revolutions, in Automation, Shared Mo
Description:
Automated vehicle technology is advancing at a tremendous pace and has the potential to revolutionize our existing transportation system. Shared autonomous (fully-automated) vehicles (SAVs) represent an emerging mode in the realm of driverless and on-demand transport, via dynamic ride-sharing (DRS). DRS has the potential to greatly reduce travel costs throughout Austin while providing a valuable business opportunity for ride-hailing fleet managers and public transit providers.
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Takeaways
- Simulations Austin fleets show each SAV serving >40 passenger-trips/day, with less than 5 min average response time, eliminating 8+ parked cars.
- Use of electric SAVs provides significant reductions in greenhouse gases while improving regional air quality, human health, & climate.
- AVs make “driving” easier, but credit-based value pricing of congested roadway links at peak times of day can help us avoid growing Austin congestion.
Speakers
- Kara Kockelman, Professor of Transportation Engineering, Univ of Texas at Austin
- Jason JonMichael, Assistant Director of Smart Mobility, City of Austin, City of Austin's Transportation Dept
- Randy Clarke, president & CEO, Capital Metro
- Kathleen Baireuther, Autonomous Vehicle Business Team & City Solutions Manager, Ford Motor Co.
Organizer
Kara Kockelman, Professor Of Transportation Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin
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