Autoilussa

Autoilussa is a Finnish term meaning “in driving” or “while driving.” It is the inessive form of autoilu, the noun for driving a car, and it functions to refer to driving as an activity or social practice rather than a specific trip. The term appears in linguistic discussions of Finnish grammar and in discussions of traffic, mobility, and driver behavior.

In research and policy contexts, autoilussa is used to discuss driving as a context that shapes behavior and decision-making behind the wheel. Researchers examine factors that influence autoilussa, such as attention, distraction, speed management, fatigue, and the use of restraints. It is also used when analyzing energy consumption, emissions, and travel patterns associated with car travel, as well as safety outcomes and risk factors.

In Finnish urban and transport studies, autoilussa can frame discussions about car-centric mobility, urban planning, and policy measures aimed at improving safety or reducing car dependence. The concept is commonly contrasted with other transport modes, such as public transit, cycling, and walking, to understand how different modes interact within cities and regions.

Related terms include autoilu (driving) and autoilija (driver). The usage of autoilussa reflects its role as a linguistic and analytic device for describing driving as a specific activity within broader mobility and safety conversations.