User Experience and Impact on Public Transport – Sohjoa Baltic. The Roadmap to Automated Electric Shuttles in Public Transport

Abstract

This publication examines the potential implementation of automated shuttles in the public transport network, and possible interactions with other public transport modes. It is intended for decision-makers and organizations planning to adapt or pilot automated shuttle buses, especially as a part of the existing public transport system. The publication concentrates on requirements by end users and public transport authorities, followed by derived technological requirements necessary for fulfilling the user needs.

The practical guide is divided into three sections: 1. User requirements 2. Technological requirements 3. Implementation of automated public transport.

This publication aims to aid piloting and implementing automated shuttles in the public transport sector in the short time frame of 2020–2025. Prospects and possible impacts are forecasted for a longer time frame as the technology is rapidly evolving and most of the more promising applications will not realize in the shorter time frame. The projected future scenarios are essential to aid the short-term decision-making. The publication provides practical advice and recommendations from practice for practice.

This publication is part of a five-part publication series produced in the Sohjoa Baltic project.