Ethics and Legal Aspects of Autonomous Driving

• Basic understanding of legal systems and ethical principles
• Interest in autonomous vehicle technology and its societal impact

Audience

• Policy makers shaping regulations for autonomous vehicles
• Legal professionals specializing in transportation and technology law
• Ethicists analyzing AI and machine decision-making in mobility

Autonomous driving raises complex ethical and legal challenges that impact safety, liability, and public trust.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level professionals who wish to explore the ethical dilemmas and legal frameworks surrounding autonomous vehicles.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the ethical implications of AI-driven decision-making in autonomous vehicles.
• Analyze global legal frameworks and policies regulating self-driving cars.
• Examine liability and accountability in the event of autonomous vehicle accidents.
• Evaluate the balance between innovation and public safety in autonomous driving laws.
• Discuss real-world case studies involving ethical dilemmas and legal disputes.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to Ethics in Autonomous Driving

• Fundamental ethical principles in AI and automation
• The role of ethics in transportation and mobility
• Public perception and trust in self-driving cars

Decision-Making in Autonomous Vehicles

• AI and moral dilemmas: The trolley problem in self-driving cars
• Who decides? The role of manufacturers, regulators, and users
• Human vs machine decision-making: Ethical considerations

Legal Frameworks for Autonomous Vehicles

• Current global regulations and policies
• Standards and compliance requirements for self-driving technology
• Differences in laws across regions (eg, US, EU, China)

Liability and Accountability

• Determining responsibility in autonomous vehicle accidents
• Manufacturer vs user liability
• Insurance challenges for self-driving cars

Privacy and Data Protection in Autonomous Mobility

• Data collection and privacy concerns
• Compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations
• Cybersecurity risks in autonomous driving systems

Balancing Innovation and Regulation

• Encouraging technological advancements while ensuring public safety
• Government incentives and restrictions on self-driving vehicles
• The role of ethics committees and legal advisory boards

Case Studies and Real-World Applications

• Analysis of notable self-driving car incidents and legal outcomes
• Ethical debates on life-and-death decisions in AV technology
• Lessons learned from regulatory challenges and failures

Future Trends and Policy Recommendations

• How legal systems are evolving to address autonomous vehicles
• Ethical frameworks for the next generation of self-driving technology
• Developing policies for fair and safe autonomous transportation

Summary and Next Steps