**Abstract**

Previous research has identified that autonomous vehicles (AVs) may be useful in increasing the mobility of certain groups, including children. Teenagers present a unique ridership case, as many teenagers hold a form of driver's license although they are still children. Using an online survey, parents were asked about their general opinions of AV as well as several questions regarding their willingness to transport their teenagers in an AV unattended. Results indicated that factors such as early adopter status, the potential to delay teenager licensing, and perceived safety were related to parent willingness. These findings may be used to shape future research into using AVs to increase the mobility of teenagers.

**Keywords:** parents, children's mobility, teenager's mobility, autonomous vehicle, young driver
