Truck platooning is a technology that links two or more trucks in convoy, using connectivity technology and automated driving support systems. The benefits of platooning include lower fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, as well as improved safety. The trucks in the platoon automatically maintain a close distance between each other, requiring little to no action from drivers. To bring platooning to Europe's roads, it is necessary to further develop the technology and relevant standards, upgrade road infrastructure, develop a supportive regulatory framework, and perform joint research projects and showcase activities. The goal is to make road transport safer, cleaner, and more efficient in the future.
