Global Legislation Tracker
AV regulation status across major regions, updated monthly.
| Region | Status | Level |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Level 4 permitted in select states (CA, AZ, TX, NV) | Level 4 |
| European Union | Level 3 approved bloc-wide, Level 4 framework in progress | Level 3 |
| China | Level 4 commercial testing permitted in 20+ cities | Level 4 |
| United Kingdom | Robotaxi commercial launch confirmed for late 2026 | Level 4 |
| Belgium | Level 2+ available nationwide, Level 3 type-approval pending | Level 2+ |
Legislation
Laws and regulations shaping autonomous vehicles worldwide.
Legislation
EU Passes Sweeping Autonomous Vehicle Act for 2026
The European Parliament has approved a unified framework for Level 3 and Level 4 vehicles across all 27 member states, effective January 2027.
Pieter Janssens·May 20, 2026·6 min read
Legislation
California DMV Tightens AV Permit Rules After 2025 Incidents
New rules require monthly incident disclosures and immediate suspension authority for any operator with a serious safety event.
Elena Marquez·May 10, 2026·5 min read