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Guidance Published 31 Mar 2026 Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles Department for Transport ↗ View on GOV.UK

Self-driving vehicle pilot scheme: information for applicants

Outlines the application process and safety, operational and reporting requirements for self-driving vehicle pilot deployments.

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From spring 2026 companies can apply to run commercial services using self-driving vehicles without a safety driver on roads in England, Scotland and Wales.

This guidance explains what you need to do to prepare an application for the self-driving vehicle pilot scheme.