One of the NAVYA proof-of-concept autonomous shuttles run by Mcity following limited routes on the University of Michigan North Campus has been donated to The Henry Ford museum, according to announcement made earlier today.
That release went on to say, “With the shuttle, The Henry Ford also [received] the extensive data processed by market research firm JD Power regarding rider interaction, providing a window into the reactions, concerns and doubts from some of the very first passengers to experience this technology in a routine setting.
‘What makes this shuttle so significant is that it’s a story less about technology and more about psychology,’ said Matt Anderson, curator of transportation, The Henry Ford. ‘Building a working autonomous vehicle is one thing but getting people to accept it is something else ….’