A multi-road user evaluation of the acceptance of connected and automated vehicles through the lenses of safety and justice

IF 3.5 2区工程技术 Q1 PSYCHOLOGY, APPLIED

Transportation Research Part F-Traffic Psychology and Behaviour Pub Date : 2024-09-27 DOI:10.1016/j.trf.2024.09.011

Laura Martínez-Buelvas , Andry Rakotonirainy , Deanna Grant-Smith , Oscar Oviedo-Trespalacios

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Abstract

As technological development towards connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) continues to rise, addressing the challenges associated with their integration is crucial, especially regarding public acceptance. This study explores the acceptability of CAVs, focusing on their potential role in enhancing safety and justice within the transport system. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with a diverse participant group, including 18 car drivers (aged 20–79, M = 48.3, SD = 18.77) and 12 pedestrians (aged 18–61, M = 36.0, SD = 12.94). Thematic analysis was employed to identify and contextualise factors influencing CAV acceptability, encompassing usefulness, ease of use, effectiveness, affordability, and social acceptability. Results emphasised safety as a top priority for both drivers and pedestrians. Trust and system reliability were also common concerns, varying with participants’ roles and transport experiences. Both drivers and pedestrians identified cost and economic benefits as significant barriers to CAV acceptance. Moreover, shared apprehensions about justice in adopting CAVs acknowledged the imperfections inherent in technological advancements. Participants supported CAVs but raised concerns about potential harm to vulnerable road users. Both car drivers and pedestrians expressed concerns that introducing CAVs could exacerbate existing injustices these road users face. This study offers valuable insights into how individual differences influence CAV acceptability, contributing to understanding their preparedness to adopt advanced automotive technologies.

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从安全和公正的角度对联网和自动驾驶汽车的接受程度进行多路用户评估

随着互联和自动驾驶汽车（CAVs）技术的不断发展，解决与其集成相关的挑战至关重要，尤其是在公众接受度方面。本研究探讨了 CAV 的可接受性，重点关注其在提高交通系统安全性和公正性方面的潜在作用。研究人员对不同的参与者进行了半结构式访谈，其中包括 18 名汽车驾驶员（年龄在 20-79 岁之间，平均年龄为 48.3 岁，平均差异为 18.77 岁）和 12 名行人（年龄在 18-61 岁之间，平均年龄为 36.0 岁，平均差异为 12.94 岁）。研究人员采用主题分析法来确定影响 CAV 可接受性的因素并将其具体化，这些因素包括实用性、易用性、有效性、可负担性和社会接受度。研究结果强调，安全是驾驶员和行人最优先考虑的问题。信任和系统可靠性也是人们普遍关注的问题，这些问题因参与者的角色和交通经验而异。司机和行人都认为成本和经济效益是阻碍接受 CAV 的重要因素。此外，对采用 CAV 的公正性的共同担忧也承认了技术进步固有的不完善性。与会者支持 CAV，但对其可能对易受伤害的道路使用者造成的伤害表示担忧。汽车司机和行人都表示担心，引入 CAV 可能会加剧这些道路使用者所面临的现有不公正现象。这项研究为了解个体差异如何影响 CAV 的可接受性提供了宝贵的见解，有助于了解他们采用先进汽车技术的准备情况。

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Transportation Research Part F-Traffic Psychology and Behaviour Multiple-

CiteScore

7.60

自引率

14.60%

发文量

239

审稿时长

71 days

期刊介绍： Transportation Research Part F: Traffic Psychology and Behaviour focuses on the behavioural and psychological aspects of traffic and transport. The aim of the journal is to enhance theory development, improve the quality of empirical studies and to stimulate the application of research findings in practice. TRF provides a focus and a means of communication for the considerable amount of research activities that are now being carried out in this field. The journal provides a forum for transportation researchers, psychologists, ergonomists, engineers and policy-makers with an interest in traffic and transport psychology.