Driverless cars have been given the go ahead to be tested on UK roads, despite testing restricted to having a driver present who can take control should anything go wrong.
The Department for Transport are now in the process of looking at a code of practise for driverless cars which should be released in the spring.
Transport Minister, Claire Perry, said: "I want Britain to be at the forefront of this exciting new development, to embrace a technology that could transform our roads and open up a brand new route for global investment."
The advancement of driverless cars sees the introduction of new competition to the traditional car manufacturers who now find themselves competing with the likes of Google to be market leaders.
The government has provided £19 million in funding to help launch four driverless car schemes in four locations. The self-drive pods will be tested in Milton Keynes and Coventry.
