The country, forecast to soon be the world's third-largest auto market , is loath to be left behind even as its chaotic roads and regulations create unique hurdles. "Even if the rules are changed to allow driverless vehicles, integrating them into city traffic will remain especially complicated in India. "The driverless car is ready for the road. As a limbless beggar wheeled his crude platform close, the car's engine stopped abruptly.Despite such indigenous efforts, global leaders in the autonomous race think driverless cars in India are a stretch. "Driverless cars for public use are at least 10 years away," said John, who said the country's challenges could provide the ultimate proving ground.

Source: Economic Times June 30, 2017 02:51 UTC