Effects of anticipatory auditory cues and non-driving related tasks on motion sickness in automated vehicles

Key Points

• Motion sickness was significantly reduced with anticipatory auditory cues, enhancing passenger comfort.
• Participants reported a 30% decrease in motion sickness symptoms when engaged in non-driving related tasks.
• Assessment using anticipatory auditory cues and distraction techniques showed varying physiological responses among individuals.
• Highlights a need for effective design strategies in automated vehicles to minimize motion sickness, particularly in diverse user groups.