Sustainability assessment of the deployment of automated minibuses in urban mobility of European cities
Résumé
The deployment of automated vehicles is the object of study as a potential mode of transport to support mobility transitions and sustainable mobility goals. However, the impacts of automated vehicles remain uncertain and more empirical data and assessments are required. This paper performs a sustainability assessment of the deployment of automated minibuses (AM) integrated into the public transport of European cities. The assessment is conducted by applying a set of indicators considering the multi-dimensions of mobility, and it builds upon four case studies from the AVENUE project. A mobility radar illustrates the current performance of the AM and assesses two scenarios considering the AM integrated into or AV competing with the transport system. Further, the study points out the key elements for the deployment of AM to endorse sustainable urban mobility planning and strategies.