As soon as 2011 we could have cars taking part in road trains. A lead car driven by an experienced driver who is used to the route, such as a taxi or lorry driver, is followed closely by 6 - 8 autonomously controlled cars. This system allows the following drivers and passengers to attend to other tasks whilst being driven along the motorway. A driver can then take control of their car and exit to the side to carry on with their journey as normal.
This system does actually sound like a good idea, surprising considering it is an EU initiative. Of course it is climate change driven, allegedly reducing emissions by 20% as a result of the drag benefit from being close behind another car. This would also help reduce congestion on busy roads, the main benefit in my opinion. Not to mention the fact that with the introduction of wireless internet in cars I would be able to browse the internet on long journeys.
The future is cool.
Wednesday 11 November 2009
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