Stölzle, WolfgangWolfgangStölzle2023-04-132023-04-132017https://www.alexandria.unisg.ch/handle/20.500.14171/103503Automated driving without driver supervision or even without any driver at all will become important for future mobility. Foreseeable technical developments give a first impression of the new challenges we will be confronted with. For this expert opinion of the Scientific Advisory Board of the German Federal Minister of Transport and Digital Infrastructure (BMVI) the various potential variants of automation are classified in two groups: Group A comprises vehicles that are still manned with roadworthy drivers who can activate and deactivate automated driving as well as take control over the vehicle, should automated driving reach its limits. Thus, the psychological aspects of the driver’s role are particularly significant in this expert opinion. Vehicles of group B automatically drive a (possibly limited) route from start to finish. Instead of a driver, an operator is needed for the operation of this type of vehicle. Thus, the expected operator models are analyzed regarding their tasks and obligations. Comprehensive aspects of automation’s impacts and potentials regarding road traffic, infrastructure requirements, the safeguarding of cyber-security and privacy, and the risks of introduction are discussed as well as specific aspects for road transport of goods. Finally, the most important recommendations to transport policy are presented. Especially solutions regarding the legal framework and safety management including security and privacy are required for the changeover to driverless driving.enjournal article