As we strive to modernize our operations, we recognize the need for cutting-edge solutions in conducting drive tests. Remote Drive Tests represent a forward-looking approach to address safety concerns and streamline our testing processes, aligning with our commitment to becoming California’s leading customer-centric public sector organization.  

 Desired Outcomes 

• Ensure a secure and reliable remote drive testing environment. 

• Enhance safety measures during drive tests. 

• Establish a reliable and scalable technology infrastructure with mobile devices to support simultaneous drive test monitoring and recording 

• Improve efficiency in scheduling and conducting tests. 

• Provide innovative solutions applicable to various testing scenarios. 

• Foster a seamless experience for both test takers and examiners. 

Points to Ponder:  

• Testing regulations require human involvement  

• Field offices are located throughout California  

• The solution will need to include considerations for differently-abled and socioeconomic groups 

• DMV owned Mobile Device inventory to be used needs to be reliably tracked and temper evident 

• Location privacy and personal data of the driver needs to be secured 

• Preferred/Standard test routes need to be quickly adjustable  

• Detection of self-driving technologies  

• Remote Identity verification