Driverless cars could be found on some roads in Great Britain by the end of 2026, writes the BBC.
Transport Secretary Mark Harper said he expected driving on Autopilot to be possible by the end of that year.
Last month, the government announced plans for new legislation to bring automated driving to UK roads, but many have criticized it, saying it could cause serious accidents if the technology isn't ready.
Harper said he has personally seen the technology being used in California, adding that he wants people to have "confidence" in a proper security regime, reports N1.
He insisted that the technology would be rolled out "gradually" and that it would be up to individuals whether they wanted to use it.
According to him, it is obvious that 88 percent of traffic accidents are caused by driver error.
"There's a real potential for this kind of technology to really improve road safety, not just for drivers, not just for passengers, but for other vulnerable road users - pedestrians, cyclists - to really improve road safety, which is really a win-win for everyone." " Harper said.
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