Evaluation methodology examples from different projects and initiatives
Last modified on 3 February, 2026This page collects example evaluation methodology outputs (deliverables, frameworks, guidance documents) from European projects and other initiatives.
The first table below focuses on general evaluation methodology examples (including EU-CEM applications and other evaluation frameworks). A second table further down lists selected safety assurance / safety validation frameworks (SAFs) relevant for CCAM systems.
| Project | Deliverable | Element of methodology and link |
| MODI (2025) | Updated D2.2_v1.2 Common evaluation framework for MODI-demonstrators Applying the EU-CEM | The MODI Evaluation Deliverable with the purpose to provide an overview for the methodological approaches for the evaluation of the MODI project including and focusing on all five Use Cases. Document The development of the evaluation methodology for the MODI project in collaboration with the FAME project by applying the EU-CEM was one of the main elements. How this process was carried out and what feedback on the application of the EU CEM was received, can be found in the document linked here. |
| SINFONICA (2024) | Deliverable 3.2 Evaluation of engagement and data collection strategies | SINFONICA developed a structured Participatory Approach Evaluation Framework. This framework assesses the effectiveness, inclusivity and impact of participatory methodologies, providing valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders seeking to integrate user-centered approaches into mobility innovations. Document |
| Hi-Drive (2023) | D4.1 Research questions | Specification of research questions, state of the art. Document |
| D4.2 Data for evaluation | Data requirements of evaluation and storage concept. Document | |
| D4.3 Experimental procedure | Information on the operation landscape for the evaluation team, and instructions for the organisations on the experimental procedure and study design. Document | |
| D4.4 User evaluation methods | Description of methods and measures to be applied in the user evaluation, state of the art. Document | |
| D4.5 Effects evaluation methods | Description of the methods and evaluation plans for the evaluation of the pilot data and for impact assessment. Document | |
| LEVITATE (2022) | D2.6 Policy Support Tool user guide | Policy Support Tool user guide provides a visualisation of the tool, as well as forecasting and backcasting tools. Document |
| D3.2 Methods for forecasting the impacts of connected and automated vehicles | This document presents methods for forecasting the impacts of connected and automated vehicles. Document | |
| Societal Level Impacts of Connected and Automated Vehicles | Final Technical Report. Document | |
| L3Pilot (2020) | D3.1 From research questions to logging requirements | Specification of Research Questions with associated hypotheses, performance indicators and required vehicle-based data logging needs. Document |
| D3.2 Experimental procedure | Description of experimental procedures to be carried out at the pilot sites, and organisation of the data collection in such a way that a project-level evaluation can be conducted across the pilot sites. Document | |
| D3.3 Evaluation methods | Specification of methods to be used in the evaluation. Document | |
| D3.4 Evaluation plan | An overview of the evaluation plan with linking the methods and data sources for all evaluation areas by research question. Document | |
| Sohjoa Baltic (2020) | Starting Your Own Pilot | The Roadmap to Automated Electric Shuttles in Public Transport. Document |
| C-ROADS (2020) | Evaluation and Assessment Plan | Evaluation and assessment plan for C-ITS services. Document |
| CARTRE (2018) | D5.3 Societal impacts of automated driving | Expert assessment of socio-economic impacts of automated car driving. Document |
| Trilateral Impact Assessment Sub‐Group for ART (2018) | Trilateral Impact Assessment Framework for Automation in Road Transportation | The framework aims for high-level harmonisation of impact assessment studies globally, by harmonising the three regions (EU, US and Japan). Useful for performing impact assessment. Document |
Safety assurance and safety validation frameworks (SAFs)
The initiatives listed below provide structured safety assurance / safety validation frameworks and supporting material (e.g., handbooks and application guidance). They complement broader evaluation methodologies by focusing specifically on how to structure and document safety assessment of CCAM systems.
| Project | Deliverable | Element of methodology and link |
|---|---|---|
| SUNRISE | D2.3 Final SUNRISE Safety Assurance Framework (SAF) | Framework description (core SAF document). Document. |
| SUNRISE | SAF Handbook | Online handbook to support applying the SUNRISE SAF (overview, explanations, examples, and supporting resources). Link. |
| SUNRISE | D8.1 Final report to vehicle safety bodies | Cooperation activities and application-oriented reporting (includes a real-world application example). Document. |
| V4SAFETY | D2.1 Prospective Safety Assessment Framework – Instruction | Guidance on how to apply the V4SAFETY framework (process/steps, documentation, validation and verification aspects). Document. |
| V4SAFETY | D2.2 Prospective Safety Assessment Framework – Method | Description of the V4SAFETY method (with emphasis on simulation-based prospective safety assessment). Document. |
| V4SAFETY | V4SAFETY Processor (interactive tool) | Interactive tool supporting V4SAFETY Framework users in creating simulation structures aligned with the evaluation scope and selecting pre-crash / in-crash models from a harmonised catalogue; includes visualisation and export of configurations/documentation. Hosted on the Virtual Vehicle platform. Link. |
| SYNERGIES | D8.1 Evaluation Framework methodology | Evaluation Framework methodology for the SYNERGIES platform (design and implementation of the evaluation approach). Document. |