Figures indicate HGVs are disproportionately involved in deaths on British roads - and campaigners say long lorries have not been adequately tested in town centres and rural areas.
They say pedestrians and cyclists on roads in town centres and rural areas are now most likely to be put at increased risk.
Lobby group Campaign for Better Transport called on the government to rethink its plan - and focus on ensuring more freight is moved by rail-"an efficient, safe and clean alternative, with just one freight train capable of removing up to 129 lorries from our roads." The DfT said the new lorries would be able to move the same volume of goods as current trailers in 8% fewer journeys, meaning they will"make the world of difference" for businesses such as bakery chain Greggs.
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