Automated Driving Expert Group

Mission Statement

To advance discussions that promote innovation and collaboration for the safe, efficient, effective and inclusive development, deployment and adoption of automated driving

Objectives 2026/2027

1. Publish and promote initial Automated Driving Expert Group white paper
2. Prepare and deliver dedicated Automated Driving Expert Group webinar
3. Develop and progress second-phase scope of work
4. Present work of Automated Driving Expert Group at FISITA World Mobility Conference 2027

Current focus

Advance Automated Driving Technologies: Identify and promote the development of key technologies essential for automated driving, including perception, planning, control, and localization.

Facilitate Scalable and Robust Deployment Strategies: Develop and evaluate strategies for the efficient and safe deployment of automated driving systems across diverse operational design domains (ODDs).

Address Infrastructure and Connectivity Requirements: Analyse and provide recommendations for the infrastructure and connectivity needs to support the widespread deployment of automated driving, including V2X communication, HD mapping, and edge computing.

Promote Inclusive and Accessible Design: Consider pathways for collaboration to support inclusion and accessibility as priority topics for the design and operation of automated vehicles.

Navigate Regulatory and Legal Landscapes: Provide guidance and recommendations on regulatory and legal frameworks to support the safe and responsible deployment of automated driving, while addressing liability, privacy, and cybersecurity concerns.

Enhance Public Understanding and Acceptance: Develop and disseminate educational materials and outreach programs to improve public understanding and acceptance of automated driving technology.

Members

  • Nick Reed, Reed Mobility (Chair)
  • Javier Ibanez-Guzman, Ampere
  • Andrea Conti, AVL
  • Simon Fuerst, BMW
  • Steffen Knoop, Bosch
  • Olivier Coppin, Brembo
  • Zhang Yixiao, BYD
  • Guan Chen, China FAW
  • Costi Shami, General Motors
  • Genis Mensa, IDIADA
  • Nuria Parera, IDIADA
  • Russell Shields, Independent
  • Harufumi Muto, JSAE
  • Erena Nakano, JSAE
  • Ron Cune, SAE International
  • Basilio Lenzo, University of Padua
  • Fabrice Herveleu, UTAC
  • Remi Bastien, FISITA
  • Martin Kahl, FISITA

Previous work

Meeting dates

January 7, 2026 @ 1400 GMT
February 4, 2026 @ 1400 GMT
March 10, 2026 @ 1400 GMT
April 8, 2026 @ 1400 BST
May 7, 2026 @ 1400 BST
June 11, 2026 @ 1400 BST
July 9, 2026 @ 1400 BST
August 6, 2026 @ 1400 BST
September 9, 2026 @ 1400 BST
October 7, 2026 @ 1400 BST
November 17, 2026 @ 1400 GMT
December 9, 2026 @ 1400 GMT