P. S. Sriraj

About the Author

P. S. Sriraj is a distinguished urban planner and transportation expert whose work bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical urban policy. With a PhD in urban planning and extensive experience in mobility research, Sriraj has dedicated his career to examining how innovations like autonomous vehicles can reshape cities while addressing real-world challenges such as equity, safety, and infrastructure. As a professor and director of the Urban Transportation Center at the University of Illinois at Chicago, he combines rigorous data analysis with insightful commentary to demystify complex topics for policymakers, academics, and the public. His book 'Are We There Yet?: The Myths and Realities of Autonomous Vehicles (The Urban Agenda)' offers a balanced exploration of the promises and pitfalls of self-driving technology, making it an essential read for anyone navigating the future of urban mobility.