Volvo Trucks - Takes the lead with tomorrow's wireless road trains

Using wireless technology to link a road train, in which a lead truck controls a convoy of vehicles driving behind it, is already technically feasible. The technology, which can enhance traffic safety, was demonstrated at the conclusion of the SARTRE project, which Volvo Trucks participated in.

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[Cory Williams]

Interesting, how does the lead truck change lanes? Or does he stay in lane, because in America vehicles coming onto the highway via a ramp are SUPPOSE to yield to highway traffic... of course Americans usually forget what they where taught during drivers ed.

[VolvoTrucks]

If the lead truck needs to change lanes the following vehicles will follow it. Imagine if the lead truck was leaving a trail of bread crumbs the following cars would follow this trail.

The direction indicators on all vehicles in the road train are remotely activated from the lead truck.

[espn1337]

In sweden you have to have your car checked up every year. Or you arent allowed to drive it.... or if it doesnt pass

[nibizsw3]

What if the leading truck goes in the ditch?

[Gnitleots]

Also in NY.

[espn1337]

Yes, but if something like this was put in place. Don't you think they would start checking it...?

[nazababolle]

The Big Suprise!

[nibizsw3]

Thats true but still computers will get old and begin to fuck up and (bilprovningen) dosent check that.

[Lucas Carson]

u go in r itfollows next car

[stoCKtonRidaz]

The insurance premiums.....skyrocket....

[arkangeld369]

Awesome!

[xwarxsabrewulf]

Call me old fashioned, but I prefer to drive with a hand or two on the wheel. I have trust issues with machines that drive on their own.