Dutch approve large-scale testing of self-driving cars

PROGRESSIVE SOCIETY: The first Dutch test with a self-driving car on a public road took place in early November on the A10 highway outside Amsterdam, with a groundbreaking test involving self-driving trucks planned for early next month.

THE HAGUE: The Dutch government has approved large-scale testing of self-driving cars and trucks on public roads, saying the technology could greatly reduce traffic jams and improve road safety. 

"The cabinet has agreed to adjust road rules to enable large-scale testing of self-driving trucks and cars on public roads," the Dutch infrastructure and environment ministry said.