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Balancing innovation and safety: Public preferences for autonomous vehicle testing in Australia

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  • Ardeshiri, Ali
  • Washington, Lynette
  • Vij, Akshay

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As connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) transition from concept to reality, governments around the world face a dual imperative to foster innovation while ensuring public safety and trust. Although regulatory frameworks are evolving to support CAV deployment, little is known about how citizens perceive the risks and benefits of different testing strategies. This study explores the preferences of the Australian public regarding where, when, and how autonomous vehicle technologies should be tested.

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  • Ardeshiri, Ali & Washington, Lynette & Vij, Akshay, 2026. "Balancing innovation and safety: Public preferences for autonomous vehicle testing in Australia," Transport Policy, Elsevier, vol. 181(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:trapol:v:181:y:2026:i:c:s0967070x26000727
    DOI: 10.1016/j.tranpol.2026.104062
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