The societal integration of autonomous vehicles (AVs) relies on public acceptance, closely
related to individual emotions and perceptions. This study explores the emotional factors …

Public acceptance of autonomous vehicles (AVs) is still questionable. Nevertheless, it can
be influenced by proper communication strategy. Therefore, our research focuses on (1) the …

Automated vehicles (AVs) have left the laboratories and can be experienced in several
projects, eg at the premises of a clinic in Germany. With this transition, research on AV …

There have been many surveys of public responses to Autonomous Vehicles (AVs), both
reported in peer-reviewed journals and in the mainstream media. People anchor their …

Connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) are within reach of widespread deployment on
public roads, but public perceptions are ambivalent. The objective of the present research …

Public perceptions play a crucial role in wider adoption of autonomous vehicles (AVs). This
paper aims to make two contributions to the understanding of public attitudes toward AVs …

The relationship between drivers and their cars is increasingly personal, where the cars
become an extension of the drivers' self-identity. However, the penetration of autonomous …

Successful dissemination of a new technology requires broad acceptance in society. This is
no different with autonomous vehicles. Despite the benefits that autonomous driving …

Autonomous vehicles (AVs) offer numerous advantages, including improved mobility,
enhanced comfort, and a reduction in traffic accidents. However, the acceptance and …

This field study aims at understanding the influence of direct experience of an automated
vehicle (AV, Level 3) and explaining and predicting public acceptance of AVs through a …