A UK haulage firm is set to take its new 83-ft "superlorry" to the roads for the first time this week in what could be a significant move for the logistics industry.
Lincoln-based freight company Denby Transport will give the new double-articulated vehicle, which is nearly 30 ft longer than a standard truck, its first ever run-out on Britain's roads.
The lorry's development has raised questions over its legality and the firm hopes that taking it out onto the roads will put an end to the uncertainty.
Dick Denby, from Denby Transport, told BBC News: "We're trying to clarify and test the law - we're not trying to flout it.
"If the law decides they are illegal we'll pull it off the roads. If the law decides they are quite legal, everyone who wants one can have one."
The firm argues that the introduction of the superlorry would benefit the environment and reduce the number of standard trucks on UK motorways by up to a third.
Last month, the government took steps to improve road safety by outlining new legislation to be introduced in 2013 which will require all lorry drivers to prove they are fit and able before getting behind the wheel.
If you are interested in learning more about transport planning, visit our Service pages.
