A trial of driverless lorries is set to take place on British roads by the end of 2018 according to the UK Government.
The lorries will travel in formation with the vehicle in front controlling acceleration and breaking.
UK transport minister Paul Maynard meanwhile thinks the measure will improve efficiency
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However many critics have voiced safety concerns. Here's Edmond King from the AA.
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