Most of the headlines around self-driving technology have focussed on the passenger car segment, but it is trucking that could see the first commercial applications. For transport operators and logistics providers, autonomy offers the promise of improved fuel consumption and operational efficiency along with fewer collisions. Platooning is emerging as a gateway technology that offers many of the benefits of full autonomy without half of the technological or legal obstacles. This concept that began in the field of bicycle racing has been eagerly applied to trucking, and with impressive results. The cost savings on fuel alone is enough to make a business case for the initial financial outlay, but add in the savings on fewer drivers and it becomes increasingly attractive. As platooning is gradually proven in the field, players may begin to question the need for a driver in the second or third vehicle. Imagine a single driver leading a fleet of three heavy trucks across the highway. At some point, even this lead truck driver may disappear.

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