The effects of Large Scale use of active accelerator pedal in urban areas

Andras Varhelyi, Magnus Hjälmdahl, Ralf Risser, Magda Draskóczy, Christer Hydén, Sverker Almqvist

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Abstract

Within the framework of the Swedish national trial with Intelligent Speed Adaptation (ISA) in urban areas, the effects of large scale use of “active accelerator” were evaluated. 284 cars were equipped with the system for a period of 5-11 months in the city of Lund. The driving data of all equipped vehicles were logged with regard to time and speed, both before and after activating the system. Driver behaviour and workload were studied with the help of an instrumented vehicle. Possible system effects, such as speeds, interactions with other road-users and driving against red were studied in the field. Possible changes in driver attitudes and acceptance were studied by interviews. The results revealed that test drivers’ compliance with the speed limits increased both according to their own statements and objective measurements. At this stage practically no negative compensatory effects could be found.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication[Host publication title missing]
EditorsRalf Risser, Thomas Jonsson
PublisherICTCT
Number of pages14
Publication statusPublished - 2002
EventICTCT workshop on ISA – Intelligent Speed Adaptation in Nagoya, Japan - Nagoya, Japan
Duration: 2002 May 19 → …

Conference

ConferenceICTCT workshop on ISA – Intelligent Speed Adaptation in Nagoya, Japan
Country/TerritoryJapan
CityNagoya
Period2002/05/19 → …

Subject classification (UKÄ)

  • Infrastructure Engineering

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