Unlocking Autonomous Transportation Potential—Key Insights from the goMARTI Shuttle Pilot
Center for Transportation Studies Webinar
December 6, 2024
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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No Cost
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Join the Center for Transportation Studies at the University of Minnesota for an in-depth exploration of the groundbreaking goMARTI shuttle pilot, one of the first autonomous, rural, on-demand public transportation initiatives in the United States. The project was launched two years ago in Grand Rapids, MN, with funding from the Minnesota Department of Transportation and a broad range of public, private, and academic partners.
This webinar will dive into key lessons learned, including the challenges and opportunities of integrating autonomous vehicles as a rural mobility option, passenger safety and accessibility considerations, and real-world data on ridership and performance. Project leaders and experts will share their experiences, discuss how these findings can shape the future of autonomous transportation solutions, and talk about what’s next for this project. Whether you're a transportation professional, city planner, or tech enthusiast, this session will provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of smart mobility.
The webinar is being held in conjunction with a CTS Transportation Safety and Mobility Council meeting.
Speakers
- Frank Douma, Director of State and Local Policy and Outreach, Institute for Urban and Regional Infrastructure Finance, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota
- Justin Johnson, Director of Technology, The PLUM Catalyst
- Tammy Meehan Russell, President and Chief Catalyst, The PLUM Catalyst
- Thomas Johnson-Kaiser, CAV Planning and Policy Manager, Minnesota Department of Transportation
Registration
This webinar is free to attend, but registration is required. Once you have registered, you will receive an email confirmation with a Zoom link. The link should not be shared with others; it is unique to you.
Please let us know how we can ensure that this webinar is inclusive to you. What accommodations or access needs can we help facilitate? Contact Samantha Hahn-Douville at snhahn@umn.edu when you register to help us provide you with the best access.
If you're unable to join us for the live broadcast, a recording will be available on the CTS website after the event.
Date posted
Oct 23, 2024
Date updated
Oct 23, 2024