In the state Duma introduced a bill on the regulation of the movement of unmanned vehicles

The Russian government submitted to the State Duma a bill regulating the movement of unmanned vehicles on public roads. The document was published in the electronic database of the lower house of parliament.

The bill introduces the definition of a highly automated vehicle (VATS), establishes rules for the operation of cars with the third, fourth and fifth levels of automation. Depending on the level, the system can transfer control to the driver or provide movement without his participation, including with remote support.

The document also defines the responsibilities of self-driving car manufacturers, driving system developers and remote support operators. In particular, it sets requirements for transport maintenance, software updates and traffic safety.

If adopted, the law will enter into force on September 1, 2027.

In October, Transport Minister Andrei Nikitin announced plans to bring unmanned trucks without a driver in the cabin to Russian roads by 2028. According to him, by 2035, the park of such cars can grow to almost 57 thousand units. The Minister stressed that for the mass introduction of unmanned transport, it is necessary to form a regulatory framework.