Regulars to our Leasing Options blog will know that we have covered the ongoing developments with driverless technology for quite some time. We were fascinated to hear about the latest developments that came out in Milton Keynes with the launch of a remote-controlled delivery service so we thought we would bring you all the details.
Milton Keynes became the pioneer city for an innovative new service that delivers electric vehicles directly to users' doorsteps, controlled remotely by human operators.
The service, introduced by Fetch, marks a significant advancement in driverless technology with the assurance of human control for safety and efficiency.
So How Does the Service Work?
Fetch's approach uses a fleet of electric cars available for hire through their mobile app. When a customer places an order, a trained operator remotely drives the car to the specified location. Once the customer's use is complete, control is handed back to the operator, who then drives the car to the next client or returns it to the base. This method maximises vehicle utilisation and cuts down on unnecessary idle time.
Trial Period and Adoption
The launch of this new service follows a successful 18-month trial period in Milton Keynes, during which the technology and service model were refined based on user feedback while the reliability of the technology was rigorously tested.
Benefits of Remote-Controlled Vehicle Services
So, what are the benefits of this type of service?
- Convenience - this service dramatically simplifies accessing a vehicle for short-term use, delivering it right to your doorstep and removing it when you're done
- Environmental Impact - Fetch’s use of electric vehicles underscores a commitment to sustainability, reducing carbon emissions and contributing to environmental conservation.
- Parking Solutions - the service alleviates common parking challenges as the vehicle is taken away immediately after use.
The Future of Driverless and Remote-Controlled Cars
Fetch’s service in Milton Keynes represents a step towards more widespread use of autonomous and semi-autonomous cars by testing the public’s readiness for advanced technologies in transport.
So, what do you think of it all? Do you feel more confident with the development of this type of technology? Would you book this type of remote-controlled service?
This is a major step forward in driverless cars and we feel sure the developments will continue to come thick and fast!
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