1. Smart Mobility Dutch approach on Self-driving & connected vehicles Onno Opperhuizen Policy officer

2. Ambition on self driving Vehicles Large-scale testing of self-driving Vehicles on public roads Self-driving cars and lorries are being developed rapidly The Netherlands wants to be ready for these developments The Netherlands expects Self Driving Vehicles to improve traffic flow, road safety and to improve the environment

3. Safer, cleaner and improved traffic flow

4. Main themes to make this a reality The Dutch approach 1.Adjustment of (inter)national law 2.Facilitate large-scale practical tests 3.Stimulating and developing knowledge 4.International efforts to make deployment a reality  Learning by doing is a key ingredient

5. We believe in a comprehensive approach Stimulate innovation and market developments Dealing with uncertainties: –no fixed point on the horizon –requires proactive and flexible attitude Learning by doing

6. Smart mobility during the Dutch EU-presidency Important theme for the informal Transport Council april 2016 Smart mobility central theme for meeting transport ministers: –Addressing comprehensive approach on (highly) automated and connected/cooperative driving –Chance to set the agenda for smart mobility –Seek cooperation with member states, European decision making bodies and businesses

7. The challenge How can we enable the benefits/advantages of (highly) automated vehicles on short term?