Summary
A proposal to update EU rules on professional driver training and driving licenses to include new technologies and safety standards. 10 02.05.2018
Other
transport
environment
public safety
administrative reform
information technology and data processing
Key points
- Integration of modern vehicle technologies, such as alternative fuels and connected-vehicle driving, into driver training.
- Strengthening road safety training, specifically regarding the protection of pedestrians, cyclists, and persons with limited mobility.
- Introduction of specific training objectives for handling extreme weather conditions.
- Modernization of training methods through the use of digital tools, e-learning, and simulators.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Directive 2003/59/EC on the initial qualification and periodic training of drivers of certain road vehicles for the carriage of goods or passengers and Directive 2006/126/EC on driving licences
Initial qualification and periodic training of drivers of certain road vehicles and driving licences ***I
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