San Francisco
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Autonomous Vehicles in the City: Policy, Deployment & Ecosystem Leadership
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As autonomous vehicle technology reaches maturation, the most urgent challenges are no longer just technical—they are civic and systemic.
The 2026 Autonomous Vehicles and the City Symposium marks our 10th anniversary, and goes “Beyond the Tech” to focus on building a robust automation ecosystem that works for people and cities alike. From AI perception and roadway safety to manufacturing friction, regulatory clarity, curb and edge management, and seamless integration with public transit, this year’s convening examines how automation can reduce collisions, advance Vision Zero goals, and expand mobility choice.
Featuring leading policymakers, regulators, OEMs, researchers and innovators.
Notes
This program has 2 types of tickets available: in-person and online-only. Please pre-register to receive a link to the live-stream event.
If you have symptoms of illness (coughing, fever, etc.), we ask that you either stay home or wear a mask. Our front desk has complimentary masks for members and guests who would like one.
Commonwealth Club World Affairs of California is a nonprofit public forum; we welcome donations made during registration to support the production of our programming.
Hosted by the University of San Francisco School of Management. In partnership with Commonwealth Club World Affairs of California.
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Fri, Apr 17 / 1:00 PM PDT
The Commonwealth Club of California
Taube Family Auditorium
110 The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94105
United States
Speakers
Alex Kendall
CEO, Wayve
Miguel Acosta
Chief, Autonomous Vehicles Branch, CA DMV
Additional Speakers TBA
Format
12 p.m. doors open, check-in, coffee & networking
1–4:30 p.m. symposium
(all times Pacific Time)
In-person:
$25
Online:
$10
