Automated Vehicles 101: What Public Transportation Agencies Need to Know

Automated vehicles are no longer a futuristic concept—they’re here!  Public transportation agencies across the country are exploring how to maximize this technology to advance mobility, and others are launching or exploring pilots and full deployment services.

To help agencies navigate this rapidly evolving landscape, APTA has launched the Automated Vehicles & Innovation (AVI) Committee, a new forum dedicated to practical insights, shared experiences, and real-world guidance on AV deployment.

If you’ve been curious—but unsure where to begin—this webinar is for you. We’ll tackle the questions transit leaders are asking right now, including:

• What have agencies learned so far from launching AV programs?
• Where do automated vehicles make the most sense in transit operations?
• How can agencies fund and sustain an AV initiative?
• Where can you go to learn more and take the next step?

Moderated by AVI Chair Nat Ford of the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), this session brings together practitioners who have already taken their first steps into the AV space. They’ll share lessons learned, practical advice, and honest perspectives on what works—and what to consider before getting started.

Whether you’re just exploring the idea or looking for a clearer path forward, this webinar will help you move from curiosity to confidence—and get you past the starting line.

Moderator:

• Nat Ford, Chair, APTA Automated Vehicles & Innovation Committee