Attitudes toward SAV technology
| Theme | Sub-themes | Example quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Future SAV adoption | Comfort and price | - People will use it more frequently if the price is lower and they are comfortable using it - SAVs are more economical with low emissions as an added benefit |
| Flexibility | - The prospect of AVs or SAVs serving as a mode of public transportation excites riders due to its flexibility compared to a fixed route system | |
| SAV concerns | Lack of trust | - Human concern that it might do something wrong requires you to maintain a continual eye on the road |
| Loss of connection | - Riders were concerned about the loss of connection between the vehicle and the operator | |
| SAV benefits | Mobility for unlicensed | - It will increase mobility for international students without a license |
| Environment friendly | - It will be advantageous for reducing gas emissions | |
| Future SAV preferences | Wide service area | - It would be better if the service is offered off-campus as most people stay around the campus |
| Discounted rides | - The pricing structure for on-campus transport should be free or provide few credits to students who travel often | |
| Improved mobile application | - The team can concentrate to enhance the users’ app experience through the provision of precise information |
| Theme | Sub-themes | Example quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Future SAV adoption | Comfort and price | - People will use it more frequently if the price is lower and they are comfortable using it |
| Flexibility | - The prospect of AVs or SAVs serving as a mode of public transportation excites riders due to its flexibility compared to a fixed route system | |
| SAV concerns | Lack of trust | - Human concern that it might do something wrong requires you to maintain a continual eye on the road |
| Loss of connection | - Riders were concerned about the loss of connection between the vehicle and the operator | |
| SAV benefits | Mobility for unlicensed | - It will increase mobility for international students without a license |
| Environment friendly | - It will be advantageous for reducing gas emissions | |
| Future SAV preferences | Wide service area | - It would be better if the service is offered off-campus as most people stay around the campus |
| Discounted rides | - The pricing structure for on-campus transport should be free or provide few credits to students who travel often | |
| Improved mobile application | - The team can concentrate to enhance the users’ app experience through the provision of precise information |