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Ethical concerns of aging and gender in autonomous taxis

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  • Jia, Shizhen (Jasper)
  • Chi, Oscar Hengxuan
  • Jo, Elena Hwirim
  • Yu, Mia

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This study explores ethical considerations toward autonomous taxis for travelers of diverse ages and genders. Utilizing a sequential mixed study approach, this research identifies three travelers' ethical considerations (fairness, transparency, and accountability) of autonomous taxis and examines the impact of these perceptions on the behavioral intention to use autonomous taxis. The findings underscore the significance of ethical considerations in shaping user expectations of the use, highlighting that transparency and fairness increase users' performance expectancy and safety perceptions. Moreover, the study reveals that travelers' age significantly boosted these perceptions. Interestingly, senior males and females tend to prioritize distinct ethical concerns when considering the adoption of autonomous taxis.

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  • Jia, Shizhen (Jasper) & Chi, Oscar Hengxuan & Jo, Elena Hwirim & Yu, Mia, 2025. "Ethical concerns of aging and gender in autonomous taxis," Annals of Tourism Research, Elsevier, vol. 111(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:anture:v:111:y:2025:i:c:s0160738325000362
    DOI: 10.1016/j.annals.2025.103930
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