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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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 28, 2020

WASHINGTON, DC – Partners for Automated Vehicle Education today announced the launch of its Academic Advisory Council, a panel of leading academicians who will help PAVE achieve its mission of promoting fact-based public discussion about automated vehicles.

The members of PAVE’s Academic Advisory Council are:

Chair: Dr. Jeffrey Michael, Johns Hopkins University Center for Injury Research and Policy

Dr. Madhur Behl, University of Virginia Link-Lab

Dr. Francesco Biondi, University of Windsor Human Systems Lab

Dan Chia, Singapore Institute of Technology

Dr. Kristie Chin, University of Texas at Austin Center for Transportation Research

Dr. Michael Clamann, University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center

Dr. Missy Cummings, Duke University Humans and Autonomy Lab

Dr. Johnathon Ehsani, Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health

Dr. Lily Elefteriadou, University of Florida Transportation Institute

Shane Gilroy, Institute of Technology Sligo School of Engineering and Design

Dr. Andrea Gold, University of Texas at Austin Center for Transportation Research

Dr. Nick Goodnight, Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne Department of Automotive and Diesel Technology

Dr. Jeff Hickman, Virginia Tech Transportation Institute Center for Truck and Bus Safety

Dr. Alain Kornhauser, Princeton University Department of Operations Research & Financial Engineering

Miriam Manary, University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute

Dr. Daniel McGehee, University of Iowa National Advanced Driving Simulator

Dr. Michael Nees, Lafayette College Department of Psychology

Dr. Bradley Potteiger, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Dr. Raj Rajkumar, Carnegie Mellon University Mobility21 National University Transportation Center

Dr. Bryan Reimer, MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics AgeLab

Bryant Walker Smith, University of South Carolina School of Law

“PAVE’s academic partners have expertise in broad subject areas — from engineering to public health — that are critical to building our transportation future,” said PAVE Executive Director Tara Andringa. “We are honored to be teaming with such an accomplished group of scholars whose guidance will help us to raise public understanding about AV technology and its potential benefits.”

The Academic Advisory Council will provide PAVE members with advice and recommendations on matters related to AV technology and its societal effects, and the academics will collaborate with PAVE members on tasks such as research, evaluation, and polling.

For more on PAVE: Visit www.pavecampaign.org and follow us on social media @PAVEcampaign.