Highlights from the 12th Annual FAV Summit

This month, the transportation community gathered in Downtown Tampa for the 12th Annual FAV Summit, hosted at the Tampa Marriott Water Street. The event was a dynamic convergence of legislators, industry experts, and thought leaders, all focused on the future of transportation and its critical role in safety.

Key Takeaways:

  • Cutting-Edge Speakers: The summit featured an impressive lineup of speakers. Waymo’s Head of Public Policy, Secretary Perdue, and other prominent figures from FDOT shared their insights. Uber’s Head of Legal and Tyler Duvall, CEO and Co-Founder of Cavnue, also took the stage. Duvall, our keynote speaker, highlighted the transformative potential of “smart highways” in drastically reducing traffic fatalities.
  • Smart Highways: Duvall’s keynote emphasized the integration of advanced technology into highway systems, which aims to make roads safer and more efficient. The “smart highways” initiative is expected to play a pivotal role in minimizing traffic-related deaths through improved vehicle-to-infrastructure communication.
  • Connected Vehicle Technology: THEA showcased their plans to enhance the I-4 corridor between Tampa and Orlando with cutting-edge connected vehicle technology. This initiative is geared towards creating a safer and more connected driving experience, promising significant improvements in traffic management and accident prevention.
  • Unified Vision for Safety: The overarching theme of the summit was a unified commitment to reducing needless deaths on our roadways. The discussions and presentations underscored the collective drive towards adopting innovative solutions and policies that prioritize safety.

As we reflect on the insights shared at the FAV Summit, it’s clear that the future of transportation in Tampa is heading towards smarter, safer, and more connected systems. Stay tuned for more updates and how these developments might impact our local transportation landscape.

Check out photos from the summit HERE and media hits from ABC Action News, Fox13, and AOL.