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-====== Safety Concerns and Public Acceptance ======
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 ===== Experience as a Driver of Acceptance =====
-Studies show that direct experience with AVs significantly improves user attitudes. People who have ridden in an autonomous shuttle or interacted with one in a real environment tend to report higher trust and readiness to use the technology again. Conversely, those who have only heard about it through media or social networks often express greater skepticism.
+Empirical research has shown that direct experience with AVs strongly increases trust. In one Estonian field study (Kalda, Sell & Soe, 2021), the majority of first-time users reported **a high sense of safety and comfort**, with over **90% indicating willingness to use autonomous shuttles again** after their initial ride.
-This indicates that pilot programs, demonstration events, and interactive simulations play a vital role in bridging the gap between innovation and public perception. Continuous exposure helps normalize the idea of shared roads between humans and autonomous systems.
+Such results confirm that personal experience and well-managed demonstrations are key factors in shaping public perception. People who interact directly with autonomous vehicles tend to transition from curiosity to trust, whereas those without exposure often remain cautious or skeptical. This highlights the importance of continuous testing, education, and public engagement.
 ===== Social, Ethical, and Communication Dimensions =====

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