Exemptions from assimilated drivers’ hours rules

Some types of vehicle are exempt from assimilated rules (previously called EU rules). This means they come under:

Exemptions for passenger carrying vehicles

Read section 1.1 of the Drivers’ hours and tachographs guidance for buses and coaches for the full list of exemptions.

Exemptions for goods vehicles

Read section 1.1 of the Drivers’ hours and tachographs guidance for goods vehicles for the full list of exemptions.