In Estonia, autonomous buses are currently only seen during research trials or temporary short routes. A doctoral thesis defended at Tallinn University of Technology highlights that individuals' fear of unmanned vehicles can be mitigated through their personal travel experiences. The thesis emphasizes that with better testing, improved sensors, and standardized communication rules with passengers, the wider adoption of self-driving buses could be supported. Krister Kalda, head of business cooperation at the Entrepreneurship Department of Tallinn University of Technology, points out that humans make more mistakes than machines. He argues that if machines are developed to be sufficiently intelligent, their usage could become safer. For instance, many traffic accidents occur because drivers are distracted by their phones, whereas in a self-driving bus, passengers could potentially work on their laptops while traveling. Thus far, autonomous buses in Estonia have only been associated with trials and temporary routes, making them a niche aspect of public transport. Kalda's recently defended doctoral dissertation explores ways to facilitate broader implementation. His research discusses the human factor in adopting self-driving vehicles and suggests that increasing personal experience with these buses can help reduce fear and resistance among potential users.