The DMV administers the Autonomous Vehicles Program and issues permits to manufacturers that test and deploy autonomous vehicles on California public roads. Learn more about the program, regulations, and applying for a permit.
Autonomous Vehicles Incident Form
We value your feedback regarding your experience with autonomous vehicles operating on California public roads. Submit your feedback to the AV Incident Form.
Please do not include any sensitive personal information such as social security number, driver’s license number, or financial account number.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Automated Vehicle Complaint Form
To report safety complaints on autonomous vehicles to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration please use the complaint form above. This form allows members of the public to submit safety complaints related to automated vehicles. To report a safety complaint by phone, call NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
English- and Spanish-speaking staff members are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET (TTY 1-888-275-9171).
Additional Information
Autonomous Vehicle Regulations
Since we started considering the implications of autonomous vehicle technology on California roads in 2013, we’ve worked to develop regulations for testing and deployment, held public hearings and workshops.
Disengagement Reports
Every year, permit holders in the Autonomous Vehicle Tester Program and Autonomous Vehicle Driverless Tester Program must track and report the number of times their vehicles needed to disengage from autonomous mode during tests.
Collision Reports
Manufacturers testing autonomous vehicles need to report every collision involving one of their vehicles that results in property damage, bodily injury, or death.
Definitions
Key definitions relating to autonomous vehicles in California.
Resources
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has created these documents to guide autonomous vehicle development and deployment in the United States.
News Bulletins
See news bulletins relating to autonomous vehicles.
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Occupational Licensing
Learn more about occupational licensing and find helpful resources.
Vehicle Industry Services
Learn more about vehicle industry services provided by DMV, including motor carrier services, autonomous vehicle regulations and testing, and the Business Partner Automation (BPA) program.
Questions?
Email us if you have any questions about autonomous vehicles in California. We are here to help!