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UK's first autonomous delivery vehicle has hit the roads

WalesOnline has reported that the UK’s first autonomous delivery vehicle has been trialled this week, giving a glimpse into how technology could transform the parcel delivery industry

‘Kar-go’ uses artificial intelligence and a specially developed package management system to provide contact-free delivery to customers.

The electric vehicle is capable of delivering in both city centres and suburban and rural locations due to its unique vision system.

This electric delivery bot is capable of covering 60 miles, fully-loaded on a single charge - more than the average daily delivery round - and could dramatically reduce the environmental impact of parcel deliveries.

The successful delivery shows how driverless vehicles could eventually become a common site on both city streets and rural areas delivering parcels across the country.

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WalesOnline - 'Glimpse into our AI-assisted future' UK's first autonomous delivery vehicle has hit the roads