Simulating the Adoption of Autonomous Vehicles in CPEC Logistics and Transportation: A Case Study of a Scenario Approach | Zendy

Hamza Ali | Zendy; Jianfeng Zheng | Zendy; Raid S. Alrashidi | Zendy; Mohammed S. Alfawzan | Zendy; Irfan Ullah | Zendy; Arshad Jamal | Zendy

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Simulating the Adoption of Autonomous Vehicles in CPEC Logistics and Transportation: A Case Study of a Scenario Approach

Author(s) -

Hamza Ali,

Jianfeng Zheng,

Raid S. Alrashidi,

Mohammed S. Alfawzan,

Irfan Ullah,

Arshad Jamal

Publication year - 2025

Publication title -

ieee access

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Magazines

SCImago Journal Rank - 0.587

H-Index - 127

eISSN - 2169-3536

DOI - 10.1109/access.2025.3590148

Subject(s) - aerospace , bioengineering , communication, networking and broadcast technologies , components, circuits, devices and systems , computing and processing , engineered materials, dielectrics and plasmas , engineering profession , fields, waves and electromagnetics , general topics for engineers , geoscience , nuclear engineering , photonics and electrooptics , power, energy and industry applications , robotics and control systems , signal processing and analysis , transportation

This research is based on the assessment of the economic impact of AVs application for logistics network of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), which is an integral part of China’s BRI. Through a scenario simulation, researchers measured the effects of AV adoption on logistics cost, the environment, and traffic efficiency. Widespread adoption of full AV is estimated to cut logistics costs by 57%, CO₂ emissions by 50%, and traffic congestion by 30%, and therefore compatible with global economic and environmental objectives. The results offer decision makers at the national and local levels great knowledge on what is required in terms of infrastructure investments, regulation and policy intervention to facilitate AV integration. The research also considers issues, such as labor displacement and public acceptance, and it emphasizes mechanisms for attaining equitable economic and environmental results. This feedback is important as it provides a framework for policy-makers and interested parties to fine-tune future transport logistics and resource allocation across such cross-border corridors.

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