Overview

• A regulation published in July establishes a legal framework for teleoperated operation of EU-class M and N vehicles on public roads from December 1, 2025, through November 30, 2030.
• Vehicles must be steered in real time by certified teleoperators who remain legally responsible as drivers.
• Operators must secure separate KBA permits for each vehicle, designated operational area, adhere to a 70 km/h limit on public roads, 80 km/h on highways.
• Technical safeguards include redundant control components, low-latency links (e.g., 5G), automatic minimal-risk stops on connection loss and mandatory daily safety audits.
• Authorities, operators prepare permit applications, compliance processes, infrastructure upgrades for pilot schemes shifting from exemptions to formal trials.