1、AUTOMATED VEHICLES Comprehensive Plan AS our country faces new challenges, the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) is more committed than ever to improving the daily lives of the American public through leadership in transportation innovation. Recent events have highlighted the importance o
2、f developing and maintaining a resilient transportation system that keeps our supply chains safe, open, and operational, and helps Americans access jobs, healthcare, and education. Emerging technologies such as automated vehicles have the potential to contribute to this goal by improving safety, tra
3、nsforming mobility, and promoting economic growth. Through years of ongoing and active engagement with the automotive industry and other transportation stakeholders, U.S. DOT has made significant progress in establishing a regulatory environment supportive of safety and new technologies, but there i
4、s still much work to be done. We will continue efforts to leverage technology as a tool for the public good, knowing that one day riding in an automated vehicle may be as routine as getting behind the wheel. This comprehensive plan lays out U.S. DOTs multimodal strategy to promote collaboration and
5、transparency, modernize the regulatory environment, and prepare the transportation system for the safe integration of automated vehicles. It illustrates how the Departments work extends beyond government to meet the challenges of a modern transportation system by providing real-world examples of how
6、 the Departments operating administrations collaborate to address the needs of emerging technology applications. While no one can predict the future, it is important to prepare for it by establishing a flexible approach that prioritizes safety and encourages American ingenuity. We look forward to yo