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Driverless cars: Oxbotica trials autonomous tech in London<\/h3>\n

Major road changes set to hit British roads in just two years could help drop car insurance costs, according to experts.<\/p>\n

The UK public will benefit from \u201cpotentially lower insurance premiums\u201d as the rise in driverless car technology continues, claims the Society for Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).<\/p>\n

Alongside lower prices, UK drivers will also benefit from \u201cless stressful commutes\u201d.<\/p>\n

Industry leaders have also claimed the rise in Connected and Automated Mobility (CAM) would offer \u201cgreater freedom for those with restricted mobility\u201d including older motorists.<\/p>\n

Businesses could also move goods \u201cmore efficiently\u201d while the extra safety benefits could save almost 4,000 lives.<\/p>\n

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The SMMT is pushing Rishi Sunak to introduce new legislation to legalise driverless cars before the end of the parliament or risk losing the opportunity.<\/p>\n

The Government’s current plan is to slowly introduce new rules which could see more self-driving technology on UK roads by 2025.<\/p>\n

Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive said: \u201cWhile fully automated road journeys are still some way off, advances in connected and automated mobility technology means they\u2019re within our future \u2013 presenting a significant opportunity to revolutionise transport in the UK.<\/p>\n

\u201cGovernment must work with all stakeholders to implement the necessary framework needed to deliver this exciting revolution swiftly and effectively, ensuring that consumers can reap the lifesaving and cost-saving benefits.<\/p>\n

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