In this presentation, members of Quarles & Brady's Autonomous Vehicles (AV) task force will discuss the impact that this new technology is having on the auto industry and beyond. Topics will include: legislative and regulatory updates, joint development agreements associated with AV technology, hot IP issues in the AV space, a look at testing grounds across the country, insurance insights and early litigation trends.
FACT SHEET: FEDERAL AUTOMATED VEHICLES POLICY OVERVIEWFabMob
The primary focus of the policy is on highly automated vehicles (HAVs), or those in which the vehicle can take full control of the driving task in at least some circumstances. Portions of the policy also apply to lower levels of automation, including some of the driver-assistance systems already being deployed by automakers today.
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) is a trade association that advocates for the U.S. transportation construction industry. For over 100 years, ARTBA has worked to increase investment in transportation infrastructure and support its members through lobbying, litigation support, safety programs, and professional development services. ARTBA played a key role in passing the 2015 Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act and regularly advocates for policies that will expand and protect the transportation construction market. The association represents over 6,500 member organizations and aims to ensure the industry's needs and concerns are addressed by Congress, federal agencies, and other policymakers.
Slide deck used in the Eastside Transportation Association's Legislator briefing held 7/18/2018 at the Master Builder's Association in Bellevue, WA. To watch the recording of the meeting, visit http://stop405tolls.org/2018/07/20/etameeting
This document outlines Myanmar's investment legal framework and opportunities for foreign investment. It discusses Myanmar's economic reforms and policies to attract foreign direct investment. The key points are:
1. Myanmar has reformed its investment laws and regulations to create a more open and transparent legal framework for foreign investment under the new Foreign Investment Law and Special Economic Zone Law.
2. The government's priorities for development include rural development, agriculture, energy, telecommunications, SME development, education, and health.
3. There are opportunities for foreign investment across many sectors such as manufacturing, power, oil and gas, tourism, and real estate. The three main ways for foreign investors to start a business are company incorporation
8 Things You Should Know About Power Regulatory Reform in MyanmarDr. Oliver Massmann
This document discusses power sector regulatory reforms in Myanmar. It explains that reforms are aimed at protecting consumers, encouraging investment, and ensuring reliable power supply. It outlines the establishment of the Electricity Regulatory Commission to regulate the sector but notes more clarification is still needed around its powers and processes. The document also discusses licensing procedures, tariff determination, supporting regulations needed, the ability of foreign investors to participate in the sector and other legal issues relevant for power projects in Myanmar.
وبینار آینده ایمنی حمل و نقل
Andrew Miller, Chief Technical Officer, Thatcham Research
http://transportsafety.ir
حمید مرادی
Hamid Moradi
http://transportsafety.ir/category/vehicle-safety
FACT SHEET: FEDERAL AUTOMATED VEHICLES POLICY OVERVIEWFabMob
The primary focus of the policy is on highly automated vehicles (HAVs), or those in which the vehicle can take full control of the driving task in at least some circumstances. Portions of the policy also apply to lower levels of automation, including some of the driver-assistance systems already being deployed by automakers today.
The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) is a trade association that advocates for the U.S. transportation construction industry. For over 100 years, ARTBA has worked to increase investment in transportation infrastructure and support its members through lobbying, litigation support, safety programs, and professional development services. ARTBA played a key role in passing the 2015 Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act and regularly advocates for policies that will expand and protect the transportation construction market. The association represents over 6,500 member organizations and aims to ensure the industry's needs and concerns are addressed by Congress, federal agencies, and other policymakers.
Slide deck used in the Eastside Transportation Association's Legislator briefing held 7/18/2018 at the Master Builder's Association in Bellevue, WA. To watch the recording of the meeting, visit http://stop405tolls.org/2018/07/20/etameeting
This document outlines Myanmar's investment legal framework and opportunities for foreign investment. It discusses Myanmar's economic reforms and policies to attract foreign direct investment. The key points are:
1. Myanmar has reformed its investment laws and regulations to create a more open and transparent legal framework for foreign investment under the new Foreign Investment Law and Special Economic Zone Law.
2. The government's priorities for development include rural development, agriculture, energy, telecommunications, SME development, education, and health.
3. There are opportunities for foreign investment across many sectors such as manufacturing, power, oil and gas, tourism, and real estate. The three main ways for foreign investors to start a business are company incorporation
8 Things You Should Know About Power Regulatory Reform in MyanmarDr. Oliver Massmann
This document discusses power sector regulatory reforms in Myanmar. It explains that reforms are aimed at protecting consumers, encouraging investment, and ensuring reliable power supply. It outlines the establishment of the Electricity Regulatory Commission to regulate the sector but notes more clarification is still needed around its powers and processes. The document also discusses licensing procedures, tariff determination, supporting regulations needed, the ability of foreign investors to participate in the sector and other legal issues relevant for power projects in Myanmar.
وبینار آینده ایمنی حمل و نقل
Andrew Miller, Chief Technical Officer, Thatcham Research
http://transportsafety.ir
حمید مرادی
Hamid Moradi
http://transportsafety.ir/category/vehicle-safety
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2014.03.24 - NAEC seminar_Implications for globalisation for competitionOECD_NAEC
Globalization has led to more cross-border mergers and competition cases, requiring improved cooperation among competition authorities to avoid inconsistent decisions. As the number of authorities increases, the current system may prove insufficient. Revisions to OECD recommendations aim to modernize procedures, improve information exchange, and increase international enforcement cooperation. Long-term goals include expanding participation, facilitating information sharing, and exploring new means of cooperation like multilateral instruments or mutual recognition of decisions.
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Independent must notify manufacturer in writing (Massachusetts requires notice to NASTF)
Manufacturer has 30 days to respond
If independent not satisfied with response, can appeal to dispute resolution panel comprised of Auto Care, CARE, Alliance, and Global Automakers
DRP has 10 days following meeting to make decision
Independent must notify manufacturer in writing (Massachusetts requires notice to NASTF)
Manufacturer has 30 days to respond
If independent not satisfied with response, can appeal to dispute resolution panel comprised of Auto Care, CARE, Alliance, and Global Automakers
DRP has 10 days following meeting to make decision
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Driverless Cars: Time for Insurers to Shift GearsCognizant
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Mark Berndt, Freight Program Leader, Olsson Associates
Marygrace Parker, Project Coordinator, I-95 Corridor Coalition
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Ray Morgan, Vice President, Perkins STC
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Information on Florida Dept of Transportation's plan for implementing infrastructure and support for connected and automated vehicles on Florida's roadways. Presented by Sec. Paul Steinman, FDOT
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2014.03.24 - NAEC seminar_Implications for globalisation for competitionOECD_NAEC
Globalization has led to more cross-border mergers and competition cases, requiring improved cooperation among competition authorities to avoid inconsistent decisions. As the number of authorities increases, the current system may prove insufficient. Revisions to OECD recommendations aim to modernize procedures, improve information exchange, and increase international enforcement cooperation. Long-term goals include expanding participation, facilitating information sharing, and exploring new means of cooperation like multilateral instruments or mutual recognition of decisions.
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This document discusses implementing interventions to reduce road traffic accidents. It provides background on traffic accidents globally and in Libya. The main causes of traffic accidents in Libya are identified as driver negligence, speeding, and phone use while driving. Recommended remedial measures include training and education programs, engineering road improvements, stronger law enforcement, public awareness campaigns, and regular vehicle inspections. The author recommends that Libya improve public transportation, strictly enforce speed limits, increase public safety campaigns through media, and learn from developed countries' experiences in reducing traffic accidents.
Independent must notify manufacturer in writing (Massachusetts requires notice to NASTF)
Manufacturer has 30 days to respond
If independent not satisfied with response, can appeal to dispute resolution panel comprised of Auto Care, CARE, Alliance, and Global Automakers
DRP has 10 days following meeting to make decision
Independent must notify manufacturer in writing (Massachusetts requires notice to NASTF)
Manufacturer has 30 days to respond
If independent not satisfied with response, can appeal to dispute resolution panel comprised of Auto Care, CARE, Alliance, and Global Automakers
DRP has 10 days following meeting to make decision
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The document discusses the legal and regulatory issues surrounding autonomous vehicles, including federal and state regulations on safety and liability, challenges around product liability, cybersecurity threats, and data privacy concerns as autonomous vehicles generate large amounts of personal driving data. Autonomous vehicles have the potential for widespread adoption by 2020, but companies developing this technology must navigate complex legal issues to address safety, security, and privacy protections for consumers.
The document discusses the key legal and regulatory issues surrounding autonomous vehicles, including regulations at both the federal and state level, product liability concerns, cybersecurity risks, and data privacy challenges. It also provides an overview of the technology behind autonomous vehicles and the major companies investing in their development. If adopted widely, autonomous vehicles have the potential to significantly reduce car crashes while also generating substantial economic benefits through new transportation services and business models.
How will driverless vehicles impact urban living and daily commutes? How should governments get involved?
Lauren Isaac, Manager of Sustainable Transportation at WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff in the US, is dedicated to improving mobility around our cities. She blogs about automated vehicles and driverless cars and is doing research on what should be the role of governments.
The document provides resources for reporters investigating trucking incidents, including truck crashes. It includes questions to ask during investigations, such as whether the trucking company and drivers were properly licensed. It also provides tips and potential follow-up story ideas, such as checking the accuracy of crash data reported by states and compliance with federal commercial driver licensing requirements. Contact information is provided for organizations related to trucking oversight and safety.
Driverless Cars: Time for Insurers to Shift GearsCognizant
Insurers need to gear up now to prepare for the huge changes under way with the advent of driverless (autonomous) cars. Taking into considerations factors such as cost, safety, regulations and car longevity, we assess the multi-tiered impact on insurance coverages, pricing, underwriting and claims management for the different phases of driverless car evolution and adoption.
The specialized transportation industry is discovering powerful, new partners for the harmonization of interstate permitted moves, particularly through the largest corridors. Hear about current efforts and how your company can help improve efficient movement of oversize cargo throughout the U.S. – from the Northwest Passage connecting Wisconsin to Washington, to the Spirit of US 54 from Texas to Wichita, to the I-95 connecting the entire Eastern seaboard.
Speakers:
Mark Berndt, Freight Program Leader, Olsson Associates
Marygrace Parker, Project Coordinator, I-95 Corridor Coalition
Moderator:
Ray Morgan, Vice President, Perkins STC
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Autonomous Vehicles are Coming Sooner Than You Think. Are You Ready for the S...Sean M. Lyden
As a journalist, who has covered the fleet industry for over a decade, I spend a lot of time talking with smart people about the intersection of technology and transportation—specifically, the rise of vehicle automation and how that might impact our world in fleet safety. And that’s what we focus on in this talk, as I share with you what I’ve learned from my conversations and research.
Tom Voege: Legalise it: legal and regulatory issues in the context of shared ...Stefanie De Puydt
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Information on Florida Dept of Transportation's plan for implementing infrastructure and support for connected and automated vehicles on Florida's roadways. Presented by Sec. Paul Steinman, FDOT
Introduction to Connected Cars and Autonomous VehiclesBill Harpley
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The Utah Legislature is working to ensure that transportation funding mechanisms are ready and in place to meet future demands and keep Utah moving. Drivers of electric and hybrid vehicles pay a flat fee during their annual registration to compensate for not paying as much fuel tax as drivers of conventional vehicles. These fees pay for operations and maintenance of Utah's transportation system.
In 2020, electric and hybrid vehicle owners will have an option to pay a road usage charge in lieu of their annual fee. In future years, the RUC program could also be a potential replacement to the fuel tax for all vehicles in Utah. UDOT is involved in this effort in order to Keep Utah Moving by making sure future funding will be available to build and maintain our transportation system.
How our cities can plan for driverless cars JumpingJaq
The document discusses how cities can plan for driverless cars. It begins with an overview of driverless car technology and definitions. It then discusses potential impacts on society and timelines for adoption. The document proposes two potential future scenarios regarding levels of vehicle and ride sharing. It concludes by recommending actions for state and local governments, such as updating policies and infrastructure to manage impacts, and establishing communications with technology stakeholders.
U.S. Intelligent Transportation Systems – Trends, Signals & Cases. Team Finla...Team Finland Future Watch
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This document discusses stakeholders that will be affected by autonomous vehicles, including government regulators, law enforcement, businesses, and the general public. For government stakeholders, key challenges will be determining legal liability, establishing consistent policies across states, and gaining public acceptance. Businesses like insurance companies will also be heavily impacted as autonomous vehicles have the potential to significantly reduce accidents and insurance costs. The document examines issues that various stakeholders will face during the transition to autonomous vehicle technology.
This document summarizes a student research project on smart cars. It outlines the goal of determining smart car characteristics through comparative research. It then discusses key aspects of smart cars and infrastructure like vehicle automation and sensor-enabled roads. Detection technologies like cameras, radar and lidar are described. Moral and legal issues concerning autonomous functions and driver responsibility are also summarized. The conclusion reiterates the potential impacts and human factors still needing consideration regarding future smart transportation systems.
Discussing Points to improve transport services in UAEMalek Al Haddad
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2. Developing a transport indicators database covering road, railway, urban transport, and aviation/airport indicators.
3. Creating an e-participation platform for transport issues that allows citizens to post issues, comment, and collaboratively develop solutions.
4. Establishing standards for citizen service centers regarding visual identity, performance indicators, infrastructure, ICT, software, and more.
5. Developing mobile apps
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2. Agenda
•State and Federal Regulatory and Legislative Update
•Autonomous Vehicle Testing
•Joint Development Agreements in AV Technology Industry
•IP Issues in the AV Space
•Coming Distribution Issues
•Litigation Update
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4. Historical Regulatory and Legislative Roles
• Federal Role – NHTSA/US DOT sets and enforces safety
performance standards for motor vehicles and motor vehicle
equipment, such as regulating fuel economy standards
• State Role – Licensing drivers, rules of the road
• Overlapping roles -NHTSA conducts local highway safety
programs; FHA administers federal highway programs in
partnership with state and local agencies, to promote highway
safety and technological excellence
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5. In the realm of autonomous vehicles
•The Roles could be a bit more clear
•States passing laws and regulations quickly
• 27 States have enacted some form of AV legislation
• Seven states have issued executive orders
• Three states have done both
• Many states trying to "lead the pack" on these issues
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8. Legislative and Regulatory Landscape
•NHTSA Voluntary Guidance Regarding ADS Safety Elements
• System Safety
• Operational Design Domain
• Object and Event Detection and Response
• Fallback (Minimum Risk Condition)
• Validation Methods
• Human Machine Interface
• Vehicle Cybersecurity
• Crashworthiness
• Post-Crash ADS Behavior
• Data Recording
• Consumer Education and Training
• Federal, State and Local Laws
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9. Feedback Solicited in Listening Sessions and Written
Requests
• NHTSA Requests Comments on ADS 2.0
• March 1, 2018 Public Listening Session
• Requests for Information on Integration of AD into the Highway Transportation System
• March 6, 2018 USDOT/NHTSA Public Meeting on eliminating ADS Barriers ("How do we
move quickly?" ... Theme is "We are Listening")
• Federal Transit Administration addresses AV bus technology research and barriers
• Federal High Administration addresses infrastructure technologies for the safe
integration of AVs
• March 16, 2018 meeting on Research Portfolios
• April 3-4, 2018 Stakeholder Meeting at USDOT: FMVSS considerations for ADS
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10. Six Basic Principles of DOT
1. Safety remains the top priority.
2. Approach will be flexible and tech neutral, not top down, command and control. We are not in the
business of picking winners and losers. The market will help determine the most effective solutions.
3. When regulations are needed, they will be as non-prescriptive and performance–based as possible. In
regulatory actions and policy decisions, we will not automatically assume that the driver of a vehicle is
a human.
4. Will work with States and other authorities to avoid a patchwork approach that could inhibit innovation
and make it more difficult for automated vehicles to cross state lines.
5. Will provide stakeholders with guidance, best practices, pilot programs and other assistance to facilitate
the safe integration of AV into our transportation system. Will prepare for complement technologies
that enhance the benefits of automation such as V2V and V2I communications.
6. Recognizes that there will always be the need for AV to operate side-by side with traditional vehicles, in
both rural and urban areas. We will not assume universal implementation of these technologies.
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11. Legislative Efforts
Federal Legislation has not been passed
• SELF-DRIVE Act (House) - passed
• AV-START Act (Senate) passed Commerce Committee, but has not been called for a vote
• Acts do not deal with Commercial Trucks
• Acts do not deal with Data Security
• Act (AV Start) deals with the MVSS by directing Volpe Center to propose elimination of standards that hurdles to
implementation of driverless cars. Once that is done USDOT has one year to amend regs or Volpe report is
implemented.
• Expands the number of "exemptions" to federal safety standards that USDOT can issue for self-driving cars
• Opponents cite the following concerns:
• Pre-emption of State safety regulations even if federal standards aren't implemented
• Act does not ensure the same level of safety as the current standards
• Act does not address cybersecurity and privacy protection
State Legislation
• Varies
• Look at National Conference of State Legislators website for helpful summary
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12. Legislative Efforts
State Law Examples:
• Arizona: Governor signed an executive order directing various agencies to “undertake any
necessary steps to support the testing and operation of self-driving vehicles on public roads
within Arizona.” He also ordered the enabling of pilot programs at selected universities and
developed rules to be followed by the programs. The order established a Self-Driving Vehicle
Oversight Committee within the governor’s office. In 2018, Governor updated the order to
keep pace with emerging technology, including advancements toward fully autonomous
vehicles, as well as requiring all automated driving systems to be in compliance with all
federal and state safety standards.
• Wisconsin: Bill defines "platoons" and creates an exception for platoons to the traffic law
requiring the operator of a motor truck with a gross weight of more than 10,000 pounds to
maintain a distance of not less than 500 feet behind the vehicle immediately preceding.
• Executive Order: Created a steering Committee who issued final report June 28, 2018.
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13. Legislative Efforts
State Law Examples (cont.):
• Michigan: Allows for autonomous vehicles under certain conditions.
• Defines automated driving system. Allows for the creation of mobility research centers where
automated technology can be tested. Provides immunity for automated technology
manufacturers when modifications are made without the manufacturer's consent.
• Exempts mechanics and repair shops from liability on fixing automated vehicles.
• Defines terms, expressly permits testing of automated vehicles by certain parties under certain
conditions, defines operator, addresses liability of the original manufacturer of a vehicle on which
a third party has installed an automated system.
• Limits liability of vehicle manufacturer or upfitter for damages in a product liability suit resulting
from modifications made by a third party to an automated vehicle or automated vehicle
technology under certain circumstances.
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15. Designated Sites
On January 19, 2017, the US Department of Transportation designated 10
sites as Autonomous Vehicle Proving Grounds to encourage testing of new
technologies
• Over 60 applicants
• Different types of facilities
• Designed to "...form a Community of Practice around site development
and testing"
• Goal to develop best practices
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16. The testing centers are
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1. City of Pittsburgh and the Thomas D. Larson Pennsylvania Transportation Institute
2. Texas AV Proving Grounds Partnership
3. U.S. Army Aberdeen Test Center (Maryland)
4. American Center for Mobility (ACM) at Willow Run (Michigan)
5. Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) & GoMentum Station (California)
6. San Diego Association of Governments
7. Iowa City Area Development Group
8. University of Wisconsin-Madison
9. Central Florida Automated Vehicle Partners
10. North Carolina Turnpike Authority
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1 United States Department of Transportation
cms.dot.gov/briefing-room/dot/1717
17. Other testing grounds 2
• Arizona
• Fiat – Chrysler
• Ford
• GM
• Toyota
• Florida
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Nevada
• Ohio
• South Carolina
• Texas
• Virginia
• Canada
172 www.centralfloridavpg.com/av-testing-grounds/
18. What is being tested and studied?
• Reliability
• Reaction to unknown events
• Effect of a variety of conditions
• Vehicle performance
• Fuel economy and efficiency
• Best driving practices
• Environmental
• Effect on other transportation
• Accessibility
• Data
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20. Example of testing facility Mcity
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• Located in Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Public/private partnership
• University of Michigan – land and research (engineering, law, energy and business)
• Industries
• Automakers – Ford, GM, Honda and Toyota
• Insurance companies – State Farm
• Technology companies – Aptiv, Denso, Econolite, Intel, LG and Verizon
• Other partners – suppliers, consultants and service companies
• Government
• Local
• State
• Federal
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4 www.mcity.umich.edu
22. What questions will be tested in the future?
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• How to deal with chaos - unpredictable events and conditions?
• Will the improvements in machine learning continue to allow a
faster adoption of the technology?
• Can the "handoff" process be improved – eliminated?
• Will the manufacturers be able to produce and operate cars on
an affordable and large scale basis?
• How will ethical questions be addressed – the "Trolley Problem"?
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6 See "The Wired Guide to Self-Driving Cars" - Wired Magazine, February 1, 2018 - www.wired.com
24. Greater complexity -> More collaboration
•Autonomous driving capability alone may require:
• Radar, Lidar, Optical
• Image recognition and artificial intelligence
• GPS and route mapping
• Driver interface
•Driving autonomy allows for connected-car features:
• Entertainment
• Data collection/mining
• Office-like solutions
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25. Ride-Share and Fleet Operations
•Blurring the lines between customer and competitor
• GM's Maven app; also invested in Lyft
• Volvo collaborations with Uber on XC-90
• Lexus and FCA supplying vehicles for Waymo
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27. How to Play Fair and Avoid Being Left Out
•Understand collaborating and technology sharing is
necessary and inevitable
• Too rigid on guarding technology missed opportunities or IP
leak, not enough data for QA testing
• Too lax loss of competitive advantage and value proposition
•Models for success
• Joint Development and Collaboration Agreements
• Joint Ventures
• APIs and Open Source Sharing Models
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28. How to Play Fair and Avoid Being Left Out
•Joint Development Agreements
• Parse and identify background IP; impose confidentiality and
use restrictions
• May always still be some concern over loss of control...
• Coda Dev. v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., No. 5:15‐CV‐1572, 2016 WL 5463058 (N.D. Ohio Sept.
29, 2016)
• Terms governing ownership of new IP
• Lay out who can use background IP and new IP in the future
•Joint Ventures
• More complex to initiate
• Can simplify IP ownership questions 28
29. How to Play Fair and Avoid Being Left Out
• Open Sharing Models
• Create a plan for what will be shared with other collaborators and co-
developers
• Tailor the shared software/resource to maximize balance between
sharing/collaboration and protection
• APIs and other limited access models
• Terms and conditions of use
• Ford example:
• Sync AppLink platform to open source
• Internal "open source"-light style sharing among divisions and suppliers
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30. Takeaways
•Plan ahead for collaborations
• Be proactive and intentional
• Speed
• Consistency
• Maximum protection
• Avoid reactionary, ad hoc approaches to technology
collaborations
•Consider risks and benefits of giving away some
controlled access to your technology
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31. IP Issues in the AV Space
Nicholas P. Schmidbauer
32. Types of IP That Will Be Affected
•Utility patents
• Expect to see an increase of utility application filings directed
to navigation systems and routing
• May be issues protecting software and algorithms
•Industrial designs
• Graphical user interfaces that receive and provide feedback
will be more prevalent in autonomous vehicles
• The way that users interact with the vehicle will change as we
move from "no automation" to "full automation"
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33. Utility Patents
• Utility patent filings with "autonomous vehicle" in disclosure have
increased from 27 in 1997 to 2812 in 2017
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34. Utility Patents
• Top U.S. utility filers with applications directed to "autonomous
vehicle(s)"
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38. Utility Patents – Patentability Issues
•The law surrounding utility patents directed to navigation
systems and routing patents continues to develop
•District courts and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board are
continuing to evaluate whether these utility patents are
patentable under §101
•The threshold patentability inquiry for these patents
became an issue after the 2014 Supreme Court decision in
Alice Corp. v. CLS Bank International
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39. Utility Patents – Patentability Issues
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•In two 2016 cases, Rothschild Location Technologies LLC v.
Geotab USA Inc. et al., and Peschke Map Technologies LLC
v. Rouse Properties Inc., district courts in Texas and
Virginia, respectively, found navigation-based patents
invalid under Alice
40. Utility Patents – Standard Essential Patents
•Technology claimed by standard-essential patents
directed to telecom-related standards, such as Wi-Fi, 3G,
and LTE/4G, are now being incorporated into vehicles for
communication
•These patents are held by mostly telecom companies,
which are requesting that licenses be obtained by
traditionally automotive industry players, which are
mostly original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)
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42. Industrial Designs
•Design patents, which protect the ornamental design of
an article of manufacture, can be used to protect how any
aspect of the vehicle looks, from the cup holder to icons
on a display screen
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43. Industrial Designs
•Car manufacturers will continue to obtain design patents
directed to traditional parts of a vehicle, i.e., hoods,
fenders, grills, bumpers, headlights, spoilers, and valve
assemblies
•However, increased attention may be paid to GUI-based
design patents in light of the recent Apple v. Samsung
case, where Samsung's infringement of Apple's GUI-based
design patent led to >$500 million in damages
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44. Industrial Designs
•Between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2017, 1,827
design patents issued in the U.S. directed to GUIs
•The number of design patent applications directed to
Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) have increased from 40
filed applications in 2006 to 2580 filed applications in
2016
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46. Industrial Designs
•Creative filing strategies can be leveraged to protect the
appearance of display screens, including how a display
screen may be animated when engaging with a user
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48. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
Today, new vehicles are sold through well-established channels of
distribution
o Dealer Sales: Sales to retail consumers through dealers
80-85% of vehicles sales
Full dealer participation
Significant revenue stream for dealers (vehicle and parts mark-ups; manufacturer incentives)
o Dealer Sales: Sales to fleet operators (for fleet use) through dealers
15-20% of vehicle sales
Nominal dealer participation
Minimal revenue stream for dealers
o Direct Sales: Sales directly to retail customers
Very low percentage of sales
No dealer participation
No revenue stream for dealers
Highly contested
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49. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
In current system, the role of the dealer is...
Paramount
Protected by comprehensive state laws
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50. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
But...this system is already coming under stress
o Consumers want to buy vehicles...
o The same way they buy other products
Where they are located (their homes; online)
Through bargaining processes they control (clear established prices)
On terms they want (subscriptions; non-traditional ownership methods)
o Consumers also want to use vehicles, but not necessarily own them...
o Consumers want mobility, not necessarily cars
Ride sharing services (Uber; Lyft)
Car sharing (Zipcar)
Vehicle subscriptions
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51. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
As a result, tensions (and innovation) currently exist in the
distribution chain
o Manufacturers want to make vehicles and mobility available to
consumers in new ways...
Online sales
Fixed prices
Subscription services; partial ownership
o Dealers want innovation, as well, but would prefer it occur at the
dealership level
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52. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
Enter "Autonomous Vehicles"
o They will arrive in convergence with other new technologies...
Vehicle connectivity
Vehicle electrification
Vehicle service through over-the-air updates
o They will appear in an increasingly digital world
o They will arrive when "sharing services" have become commonplace
o And they will offer something fundamentally different than a
traditional vehicle
A mobility method, rather than a transportation device?
A service, rather than a thing?
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53. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
So . . . will there really be a need for a consumer to own an
"autonomous vehicle"?
o Why own a vehicle when you can . . .
Get on your phone,
Locate a fully-charged autonomous vehicle already in your neighborhood,
Use the vehicle to "mobilize" you to where you want to be,
And not pay for any vehicle upkeep or downtime in your garage?
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54. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
What does this mean for how vehicles will be distributed and sold?
o Vehicles will still need to be owned or leased . . .
o But will the sales and leases be made to fleet companies rather than to consumers?
If so, what would this mean for the role of the traditional dealer?
o Commercially, will dealers adapt to new business models to preserve their relevance and
profitability, and become . . .
Mobility hubs?
Upfitters?
Fleet operators?
Providers of services, rather than sellers of things?
o Legally, will dealers seek statutory protections to preserve their current role in the
distribution chain . . .?
Amendments to state laws?
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55. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
And, what would this ultimately mean for consumers?
oWill they be able to obtain mobility in ways they obtain other
services and products?
oOr will they find themselves in a more restrictive system. . .
That limits how they obtain mobility?
That imposes costs on them to preserve the profitability of past
distribution methods?
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56. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
Some predictions . . . ?
o Manufacturers simultaneously will pursue different approaches for selling
autonomous vehicles
Sales to autonomous vehicle technology providers, who then will operate their own
fleets or resell to fleet operators
Sales to fleet providers (existing and new)
Sales to consumers through new methods and "ownership" forms (with varying
degrees of dealer involvement)
Sales to consumers through existing dealer networks
o Many dealers will begin experimenting with new business models
Local partnerships with national fleet providers
Profitability based on service, rather than sales
Becoming holistic customer mobility centers
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57. Autonomous Vehicles: How Will They Be Sold?
o Other dealers will fall behind due to a failure to adapt or innovate
commercially
o Legal battles will occur
In Courts: lawsuits seeking to determine rights under existing state dealer laws
In State Legislatures: legislate efforts to preserve status quo in distribution
chain
o Process will begin gradually . . .
Because millions of non-autonomous vehicles will remain in service for years to
come
But could speed up unexpectedly and dramatically, as forces of disruption
converge
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