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Using e3value for the Transformation of a Rent-a-Car into a Robotaxi

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The research objective of this paper is to analyse what is behind the self-driving offer implemented in Phoenix (Arizona) by Waymo and a normal rent-a-car company by modelling both in e3value. A gap analysis proposes a new model of the rent-a-car business with the integration of a shared autonomous vehicle ride-hailing service. The goal is to encourage the growth of additional global shared autonomous vehicle trials and their incorporation into conventional businesses. The primary objective is to enhance shared autonomous mobility options, resulting in increased road safety, decreased traffic, and decreased emissions in urban areas. As a result, modelling Waymo can serve as a foundation for expanding the use of shared autonomous vehicles by other businesses in different geographic areas.

Source: World Electric Vehicle Journal

DOI: 10.3390/wevj16010016

Authors: João Pedro Nina Rosa, António Reis Pereira, Paulo Pinto, Miguel Mira da Silva

Institutions: Instituto Superior Técnico, Instituto de Novas Tecnologias, Institute for Systems Engineering and Computers

Language: English

Topic: Transportation and Mobility Innovations

Subfield: Automotive Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Sustainable cities and communities, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,591