Advancing Transportation Equity and Safety Through Autonomous Vehicles

被引:1
作者
Ehsani, Johnathon P. [1 ,2 ,4 ]
Michael, Jeffrey P. [1 ]
Igusa, Takeru [1 ,2 ]
Mueller, Joshua [3 ]
Chang, Chia-Hsiu [2 ]
Yenokyan, Gayane [1 ]
机构
[1] Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Sch Publ Hlth, Baltimore, MD USA
[2] Johns Hopkins Whiting Sch Engn, Baltimore, MD USA
[3] Johns Hopkins Appl Phys Lab, Laurel, MD USA
[4] Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Sch Publ Hlth, Dept Hlth Policy & Management, 624 N Broadway,Hampton House 555, Baltimore, MD 21205 USA
关键词
autonomous vehicles; public support; social benefit;
D O I
10.1089/heq.2023.0107
中图分类号
R1 [预防医学、卫生学];
学科分类号
1004 ; 120402 ;
摘要
Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death in the United States, and disproportionately impact communities of color. Replacing human control with automated vehicles (AVs) holds the potential to reduce crashes and save lives. The benefits of AVs, including automated shuttles, buses, or cars could extend beyond safety to include improvements in congestion, reductions in emissions, and increased access to mobility, particularly for vulnerable populations. However, AVs have not attained the level of public trust that has been expected, given their potential to save lives and increase access to mobility. Public opinion surveys have highlighted safety and security concerns as reasons for this lack of confidence. In this study, we present the findings of an experiment we conducted to actively shift mindsets on AVs toward advancing health equity. We demonstrate through a nationally representative sample of 2265 U.S. adults that the public support for AVs can be improved by expanding their scope of application to include advancing social benefit. The survey began with questions on respondent's support for AVs based on a priori knowledge and beliefs. Consistent with prior surveys, baseline support (strong support and some degree of support) was low at 26.4% (95% confidence interval 24.0-29.0). After introducing information about how AVs could be used to provide mobility for older adults, those with limited income, or the vision-impaired, respondents were asked to reassess their support for AVs. Support significantly increased to include the majority of respondents. By prioritizing the deployment of AVs to serve individuals and communities in greatest need of mobility, AVs would not only demonstrate compelling social value by reducing disparities but would also gain widespread public support among the U.S. public.
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页码:143 / 146
页数:4
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