Welcome to PAVE UK

Safety Mobility Sustinability

to our roadways

Public understanding is key to achieving that potential.

Meet PAVE

We're a coalition of industry, nonprofits, public sector agencies, and academics with one goal: to inform the public about automated vehicles and their potential so everyone can fully participate in shaping the future of transportation.

Facts are Central to PAVE's Mission

Knowing basic terminology and learning about the key questions can help bring everyone into the conversation.

60%

Percentage of Americans who would trust AVs more if they understood how they worked
^{(Source: PAVE Poll)}

$71 Billion

Estimated annual economic benefit of the reduced traffic congestion from AVs
^{(Source: Securing America's Future Energy)}

42,795

Estimated number of people who died in motor vehicle crashes in the U.S. in 2022
^{(Source: NHTSA)}

80%

Percentage of unemployed Americans with transportation limiting disabilities
^{(Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics)}

Our Objectives

Educate the public about fully autonomous vehicles.

Collaborate with the public sector on AV initiatives.

Unify and align AV stakeholders.

Serve as a reference on autonomous vehicles.

Address end-users’ concerns to maximise the adoption of AV technology.

Connect industry with other technology, safety, and regulatory stakeholders.

Testimonials

"There simply was not any neutral and technologically open organisation in Europe which dedicated its focus on automated mobility – and not only on automated passenger cars – which means that we are talking about a real disruptive solution. There was a need for an organisation for a specific European way towards autonomy, a way which substantially differs from the US or the Chinese. The focus of PAVE Europe lies on trust and on fact based communication, which both are of fundamental importance for building up social acceptance."

Karl ObermairChairman, PAVE Europe Board

"Autonomous vehicles have the potential to reshape our perception of mobility and profoundly benefit our world. To realize this vision, we must master not only technical, legal, and business challenges—it also requires understanding and addressing the complexities of public acceptance and societal change. To tackle these critical aspects, a joint, industry-wide effort is essential. That’s why Mobileye co-founded PAVE Europe, and is excited to collaborate with inspiring, like-minded individuals, companies, and organizations dedicated to this transformative journey."

Christian LichtmanneckerBusiness Development Lead Europe, Mobileye

"What inspires me most about PAVE Europe’s mission is its commitment to demystifying autonomous vehicle technology. By breaking down complex concepts and presenting them in an accessible way, PAVE Europe empowers individuals, communities, and policymakers to make informed decisions. To all our visitors, I would like to emphasise that the future of mobility is a shared journey, one that requires collaboration, understanding, and trust. PAVE Europe’s work is essential because we are at the forefront of creating a well-informed public dialogue around autonomous vehicle technology. We are here to help everyone—from policymakers to everyday citizens—understand the implications of this technology, so that together, we can create a safer, more sustainable, and inclusive transportation future."

Nathalie TeerStrategic Affairs Lead, Easymile

"We started this consortium based on the evidence around public trust in autonomous technology, and I’m personally proud of the many organisations that have joined the mission to educate and communicate on the vast benefits. Every day, PAVE Europe works to address this to the audiences we most need to include. Having co-founded PAVE Europe fills me with immense pride, as I continue to see the vast, life- and world-changing potential of autonomous technology. The organisation is unique in its neutrality, diversity, and inclusivity of the entire autonomous ecosystem."

Lukas NeckermannManaging Director, Neckermann Strategic Advisors

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Helping Americans understand automated vehicle technology and its potential benefits will be a hands-on affair for PAVE. Over 2019, the coalition will launch a series of events to give consumers a chance to experience AV technology in person, and to give policymakers the foundation of knowledge to serve their constituents on issues related to AVs. The common thread that runs through these activities: the realization that the more people can see and experience AVs, the more comfortable they are with them.

PAVE will schedule a series of public demonstrations in 2019, intended to give consumers the opportunity to see and understand what can be complex and intimidating technology. While most Americans’ only experience with AV technology is through media reports, research suggests that the more hands-on experience people have with the technology, the more they appreciate its potential.

Similarly, PAVE will sponsor policymaker workshops to help give officials at the federal, state and local levels the understanding they need to approach the sometimes complex government policy questions related to AVs. PAVE will partner with leading universities to develop the curriculum for these workshops.

PAVE does not lobby for particular policies or regulations and does not advocate for specific approaches to AV technology. But by providing a baseline of knowledge and understanding, without unrealistic hype, PAVE will help ensure that everyone can participate in the discussions about the future of transportation.