PAVEcast: A conversation about autonomous vehicles

From Bedside to Fedside: Insights From an Emergency Physician Turned NHTSA Administrator

July 26, 2024 Partners for Automated Vehicle Education
From Bedside to Fedside: Insights From an Emergency Physician Turned NHTSA Administrator
PAVEcast: A conversation about autonomous vehicles
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PAVEcast: A conversation about autonomous vehicles
From Bedside to Fedside: Insights From an Emergency Physician Turned NHTSA Administrator
Jul 26, 2024
Partners for Automated Vehicle Education

In this episode of the PAVECast, we interview Dr. Ricardo Martinez, an emergency physician and former NHTSA administrator. 

Dr. Martinez details his unique journey from medicine to federal administration, highlighting the need for collaboration across sectors to address automotive safety comprehensively. He shares his perspective on initiatives like Vision Zero, and the need for a systems approach to improve road safety. 

We also discuss the potential of autonomous vehicles to enhance safety and mobility, stressing the importance of public trust and multidisciplinary decision-making in advancing these technologies.

Read more from Dr. Martinez on Autmotive News: https://www.autonews.com/author/ricardo-martinez








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In this episode of the PAVECast, we interview Dr. Ricardo Martinez, an emergency physician and former NHTSA administrator. 

Dr. Martinez details his unique journey from medicine to federal administration, highlighting the need for collaboration across sectors to address automotive safety comprehensively. He shares his perspective on initiatives like Vision Zero, and the need for a systems approach to improve road safety. 

We also discuss the potential of autonomous vehicles to enhance safety and mobility, stressing the importance of public trust and multidisciplinary decision-making in advancing these technologies.

Read more from Dr. Martinez on Autmotive News: https://www.autonews.com/author/ricardo-martinez