Over the last decade, the demand for electric and self-driving vehicles has grown exponentially. Global giant, McKinsey, has estimated annual sales of electric cars will reach around 40 million vehicles worldwide by 2030, up from just 6.5 million in 2021. However, this growing market has experienced major roadblocks that have delayed widespread adoption. With the promise of cleaner air and smarter transport, is there a way to overcome these issues and ensure a safer and more sustainable global transportation system?
Sitting down with podcast hosts, Eric Talley and Dorothy Lund from Columbia Law School, Di discusses the current issues and future capabilities of this complex market. From safety concerns and regulatory challenges to data privacy and liability issues, the trio discuss what needs to be done in order for electric and self-driving vehicles to become the preferred choice for consumers.
Di is an associate professor in the Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at Columbia Engineering. Focusing her research on transportation and AI, Di is a leading voice for mobility for all. Alongside her research, she directs the DitecT Lab, which focuses on the societal implications for emerging transportation technologies, and serves on a committee for the Smart Cities center and the Data Science Institute.
“Beyond Unprecedented: The Post-Pandemic Economy” is produced by Columbia Law School and is hosted by Eric Talley, Isidor and Seville Sulzbacher Professor of Law, and Dorothy Lund, Columbia 1982 Alumna Professor of Law. Now in its fourth season, the podcast delves into the interaction between US legal and regulatory frameworks, and current economic developments.
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