driverei
Driverei is a term used in design research and policy discussions to describe the integrated system of autonomous driving technologies, services, and governance that shapes contemporary mobility. It emphasizes the interaction of vehicles, infrastructure, data, and institutions in forming mobility flows and user experiences.
Etymology and usage: Driverei is a neologism that appears in academic and industry discourse in the 2010s
Components: The concept encompasses hardware (sensors, vehicle platforms), software (AI, perception, decision-making), data ecosystems (telemetry, cloud
Implications and debates: Driverei is often examined for its impact on urban form, labor markets, and equity.
See also: autonomous vehicle, intelligent transportation systems, mobility as a service, smart city.