Effects of Non-driving-related Tasks on Driving Performance after Takeover Request in Automated Driving (level 3): A Simulator Study

The data are related to the simulator study which evaluated the impact of diverse categories of non-driving-related tasks on driving performance subsequent to a takeover request. A total of 31 participants were involved in the study. The drivers performed a driving session without any other activity (baseline), and then six different activities in three scenarios were tested (NDRTs). The six NDRTs examined included: working on a laptop, making a phone call, watching a video, taking an audio course, relaxation with closed eyes, and manual activity. The driving performance was evaluated using a variety of metrics, including takeover time, average speed after takeover, vehicle distance to the centre of the lane, and an assessment of situational awareness.