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Ethics Commission for the Assessment of Automated and Autonomous Vehicles


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Added on:   24 Sep 2025
Updated by:   OECD analyst
Updated on:   24 Sep 2025

The Ethics Commission for the Assessment of Automated and Autonomous Vehicles provides guidance on the ethical aspects of researching, testing, and deploying automated mobility, including AI-related systems. Established in 2020, it issues guidelines to ensure autonomous vehicle development follows ethical standards.

Name in original language

Etická komise pro posuzování automatizovaných a autonomních vozidel

Initiative overview

The Ethics Commission for the Assessment of Automated and Autonomous Vehicles was created in 2020 to address the ethical implications of introducing automated and autonomous mobility solutions. Its work covers the full spectrum of AI-related aspects in this field — from research and testing to deployment in real-world contexts.

The commission’s objectives include:

  • Ensuring that ethical considerations are integrated into the design, testing, and use of automated and autonomous vehicles
  • Providing guidelines and recommendations for policymakers, researchers, and companies developing or deploying such systems
  • Promoting public trust and safety by aligning autonomous mobility with ethical and societal values

By issuing guidelines, the commission supports the responsible development and roll-out of automated mobility. It helps governments, industry, and researchers understand the ethical boundaries and societal expectations associated with AI-driven vehicles.

Looking ahead, the commission is expected to update and expand its guidelines as technology and societal expectations evolve. This ongoing work helps ensure that autonomous vehicle deployment remains safe, transparent, and ethically sound.

Name of responsible organisation (in English)

Ministry of Transport

About the policy initiative


Organisation:

  • Ministry of Transport

Category:

  • National – AI governance bodies or mechanisms

Initiative type:

  • Oversight bodies, offices or processes

Status:

  • Active

Start Year:

  • 2020