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Japanese government unveils plan for innovative robot highway system — and it could help packages deliver themselves

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The Japanese government plans to build an autonomous, self-sorting cargo highway.

The Auto Flow Road will optimize package delivery across Japan , decreasing traffic and pollution from big diesel trucks.

The first step is to construct a test track along a major highway connecting Tokyo and Osaka .

In 2027 , the Japanese government will start testing, with the goal of full operation by mid-2030s .