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Self-driving cars face delay before UK launch as vehicles may not be seen 'for some time'
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TL;DR
- Public trials of self-driving cars planned for London this year may be delayed.
- Lack of regulatory speed is the primary obstacle, holding back companies' rollout timelines.
- The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has not yet approved any self-driving vehicles for UK roads.
- Transport for London stated that applications for autonomous vehicle operation will not be accepted 'for some time'.
- The Department for Transport aims to establish a regulatory framework for self-driving vehicles by 2027, emphasizing safety and rigorous testing.