Guidance

Self-driving vehicle pilot scheme: information for applicants

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

• From: Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles and Department for Transport
• Published: 31 March 2026

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

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Self-driving vehicle pilot scheme: information for applicants

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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.

Published 31 March 2026