The increasing demand for testing autonomous vehicle systems on public highways is driving a significant shift in the automotive landscape.

As this change unfolds, the risks associated with the development process are being carefully assessed and mitigated.

Consequently, the consequences included into design and progression have undergone alterations.

CATDT Founder and Chief instructor, Colin Hoad, stated, "This is a new era for driver coaching & training, bringing new challenges & diversity as these new technologies converge."

Starting in 2024, South Korea will include autonomous vehicle safety training into the national driver's license test.

This initiative aims to ensure safety in traffic development, enhance overall road capacity, and optimize transportation efficiency while reducing accidents attributed to human error.

The nation seeks to set up diverse regulations and policies to accommodate the integration of autonomous vehicles, making human drivers optional.

South Korea divulged its strategy to commercialize level-4 self-driving vehicles by 2027.

These vehicles are distinguished from levels 1 to 3 by their ability to operate autonomously in specific districts.

This autonomy is achieved through constant communication with on-the-road systems, including interactions with traffic lights and pedestrian crossings.

The significance of level 4 autonomy lies in its ability to navigate through highways and urban areas autonomously, requiring human intervention only in urgent situations or specific circumstances, such as weather condition issues.

This technological advancement goes beyond providing mobility for non-drivers.

It also contributes to the broader goal of reducing the environmental impact of transportation.

This alignment resonates with global efforts towards sustainable and eco-friendly solutions.

According to the Korean National Police Agency (KNPA), the safety education course for autonomous vehicles will become mandatory for driver's license tests in 2024.

The new curriculum covers scenarios where drivers have to change their vehicle from autonomous to manual mode and other duties when handling autonomous vehicles.

It emphasizes skills needed when dealing with autonomous vehicles in various situations like school zones or elderly safety zones.

In response to the increasing presence of autonomous vehicles on the road, the Road Traffic Act will be altered to adopt additional training programs next year.

KNPA is also actively planning safety management policies to handle unpredictable circumstances.

Furthermore, the police will collaborate with local governments to unveil assembled autonomous transportation data with the public and private sectors.

This sharing of information is essential for fostering a cohesive and informed approach to the integration of autonomous vehicles.

Seoul, South Korea's capital city has revealed plans to execute over 300 self-driving vehicles and related services by 2026.

The city introduced an autonomous vehicle-hailing service in February 2022, featuring four self-driving cars in its western section.

This service marks a significant step forward in embracing autonomous transportation.

It allows users to summon self-driving cars from any location using a designated smartphone app.

Jeemin Shim
Grade 9

St. Johnsbury Academy Jeju