Regulatory Framework and Policy Challenges for Connected and Automated Vehicles Adoption in Vietnam

This study explores the regulatory framework and policy challenges associated with the adoption of Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs) in Vietnam. The research provides an overview of CAVs, including their operation principles, key technologies, potential benefits, and the global regulatory framework with a focus on four countries that lead in developing CAV technology: Germany, the United States, China and South Korea. The current state of CAVs in Vietnam is then examined with a specific emphasis on the existing legislative and regulatory landscape and providing an analysis of key stakeholders. A detailed analysis of Vietnam’s regulatory framework is conducted, considering facets such as legal regulations, the implications for infrastructure development and CAVs logistics. This paper also identifies significant policy challenges facing Vietnam including data privacy and cybersecurity. Drawing on these insights, recommendations are made to enhance Vietnam’s regulatory framework and policy environment for CAVs, including the establishment of a dedicated regulatory framework, infrastructure investment, comprehensive data protection laws, and promotion of research collaboration. This paper provides valuable direction for policymakers, regulators, and other stakeholders in Vietnam’s transportation sector with the goal of helping spur the effective integration of CAVs into the multimodal transportation system.