The AVA provides its members a collaborative research environment to identify potential opportunities around autonomous vehicle applications. These opportunities will be vetted through various methodologies of consumer research and help to identify potential pilots. The Alliance has a diverse membership including OEM’s, Tier One, Retail, Delivery, and Mobility companies. AVA research focuses on multiple and diverse ecosystems including but not limited to Healthcare, Aging, Accessible and Barrier Free Mobility, Municipal, Retail, Entertainment, Delivery and Fleet. The AVA is designated as a 501C-6 non-profit organization and supports industry collaboration around the development of new knowledge and content.