Fleets of ‘driverless’ lorries will be trialled on Britain’s motorways from next year, Government announces

‘Fleets of “driverless” lorries which accelerate and brake at the same time will be trialled on Britain’s motorways for the first time next year, ministers have announced.
Up to three lorries will travel in automated convoys which will be controlled by a driver in the lead vehicle in a bid to cut congestion and emissions.
However the AA has warned that the plans could pose a significant risk to motorists, highlighting the fact that the platoons will be the equivalent of half a football pitch long.
The technology has already been successfully trialled in Europe and the US, but the motoring organisation said that they are not suitable for the UK’s congested motorways.’

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