Last year, sales of cars without a license (VSP) continued to grow (+73%).It is possible to drive a VSP from the age of 14. The vehicle must be a two-seater model, whose empty weight is limited by regulations (350 kg), and whose speed is less than 45 km/h (6 kW motor, i.e. 8.1 horsepower).
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What responsibility at the wheel of an “autonomous car”?
To drive, users born after January 1, 1988 must, in addition to the age condition, hold a category AM driving license (formerly BSR).
For all persons born before January 1, 1988, driving a VSP is subject to no particular formalities, whether or not they hold a driving licence.
These vehicles are prohibited from driving on the following roads: motorways, expressways and expressways, ring roads.
Anyone whose driving license is suspended or invalidated can drive a VSP since the AM category is not impacted by the measure taken.
Be aware, however, that in the event of a criminal conviction, the judge may prohibit you from driving any motor vehicle including a VSP.
Finally, with or without a license, there can be no withdrawal of points for offenses committed with a VSP, as with all vehicles for which a driving license is not required.