Sweden 2026 Driving Rule Changes
Source Officielle: Transportstyrelsen
Dernière Mise à Jour: 1 février 2026
Résumé
Sweden advances its Vision Zero strategy in 2026 with EU GSR2 Phase 3 distraction monitoring, updated winter tire regulations, expanded environmental zones in Stockholm and Gothenburg, and new lower speed limits in urban areas.
Changements Clés
EU GSR2 Phase 3: Advanced Distraction Warning
En vigueur le 7 juillet 2026
Basic ADAS required
Since July 2024, new cars required ISA, AEB, lane-keeping, and basic drowsiness warning
Camera-based distraction monitoring
All new cars must have Advanced Driver Distraction Warning (ADDW) with in-cabin camera to detect phone use, inattention, or other distractions
Source Officielle: EU General Safety Regulation 2019/2144
Conseil du Moniteur
“EU GSR2 Phase 3 requires camera-based distraction monitoring from July 2026. The system detects if you're looking at your phone or not paying attention. Combined with ISA (already mandatory), Swedish new cars will have comprehensive driver monitoring.”
Updated Winter Tire Regulations
En vigueur le 1 décembre 2026
Winter tires Dec 1 - Mar 31
Winter tires mandatory December 1 to March 31 when conditions are wintry; minimum 3mm tread depth
Extended period and stricter requirements
Winter tires mandatory December 1 to March 31; minimum tread depth remains 3mm; studded tires allowed October 1 to April 15; foreign vehicles must also comply from first day of entry
Source Officielle: Transportstyrelsen Winter Tires
Conseil du Moniteur
“Winter tire rules are strictly enforced. You need at least 3mm tread depth on winter tires from December 1 to March 31 when roads are icy or snowy. Foreign drivers are not exempt - comply from your first day in Sweden. Studded tires are allowed October 1 to April 15.”
Vision Zero: Lower Urban Speed Limits
En vigueur le 1 janvier 2026
50 km/h default urban
Default speed limit in urban areas was 50 km/h with some 30 km/h zones
40 km/h in residential areas
Default speed limit reduced to 40 km/h in residential areas; 30 km/h zones expanded near schools, hospitals, and areas with high pedestrian activity
Source Officielle: Trafikverket Vision Zero
Conseil du Moniteur
“Sweden's Vision Zero is lowering urban speed limits. Residential areas are moving to 40 km/h default, and 30 km/h zones are expanding around schools and hospitals. Always watch for the blue speed limit signs - they're changing in many areas.”
Expanded Environmental Zones (Miljözoner) Class 3
En vigueur le 1 janvier 2026
Miljözon Class 1 and 2
Environmental zones restricted heavy diesel vehicles in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö
Miljözon Class 3 in effect
Class 3 zones in central Stockholm and Gothenburg restrict passenger cars: only Euro 6 diesel and Euro 5 petrol or newer allowed; electric and hybrid vehicles exempt
Source Officielle: Transportstyrelsen Miljözoner
Conseil du Moniteur
“Miljözon Class 3 now covers central Stockholm and Gothenburg for passenger cars. You need at least Euro 6 for diesel or Euro 5 for petrol. Electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles are exempt. Check your vehicle's emission class before driving into these areas.”
Changements par Catégorie
🚗Limitations de Vitesse(1)
Vision Zero: Lower Urban Speed Limits
En vigueur le 1 janvier 2026
50 km/h default urban
Default speed limit in urban areas was 50 km/h with some 30 km/h zones
40 km/h in residential areas
Default speed limit reduced to 40 km/h in residential areas; 30 km/h zones expanded near schools, hospitals, and areas with high pedestrian activity
Source Officielle: Trafikverket Vision Zero
🔧Équipement du Véhicule(2)
Updated Winter Tire Regulations
En vigueur le 1 décembre 2026
Winter tires Dec 1 - Mar 31
Winter tires mandatory December 1 to March 31 when conditions are wintry; minimum 3mm tread depth
Extended period and stricter requirements
Winter tires mandatory December 1 to March 31; minimum tread depth remains 3mm; studded tires allowed October 1 to April 15; foreign vehicles must also comply from first day of entry
Source Officielle: Transportstyrelsen Winter Tires
Updated E-Bike and E-Scooter Regulations
En vigueur le 1 avril 2026
Limited regulation
E-scooters classified as bicycles with 20 km/h limit; minimal enforcement
Stricter classification and rules
E-scooters limited to 20 km/h with mandatory lights and reflectors; parking restricted to designated areas in city centers; riders must be 15+
Source Officielle: Transportstyrelsen
🛡️Règles de Sécurité(1)
EU GSR2 Phase 3: Advanced Distraction Warning
En vigueur le 7 juillet 2026
Basic ADAS required
Since July 2024, new cars required ISA, AEB, lane-keeping, and basic drowsiness warning
Camera-based distraction monitoring
All new cars must have Advanced Driver Distraction Warning (ADDW) with in-cabin camera to detect phone use, inattention, or other distractions
Source Officielle: EU General Safety Regulation 2019/2144
🌱Zones Environnementales(1)
Expanded Environmental Zones (Miljözoner) Class 3
En vigueur le 1 janvier 2026
Miljözon Class 1 and 2
Environmental zones restricted heavy diesel vehicles in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö
Miljözon Class 3 in effect
Class 3 zones in central Stockholm and Gothenburg restrict passenger cars: only Euro 6 diesel and Euro 5 petrol or newer allowed; electric and hybrid vehicles exempt
Source Officielle: Transportstyrelsen Miljözoner
Conseils du Moniteur
Re: EU GSR2 Phase 3: Advanced Distraction Warning
Conseil du Moniteur
“EU GSR2 Phase 3 requires camera-based distraction monitoring from July 2026. The system detects if you're looking at your phone or not paying attention. Combined with ISA (already mandatory), Swedish new cars will have comprehensive driver monitoring.”
Re: Updated Winter Tire Regulations
Conseil du Moniteur
“Winter tire rules are strictly enforced. You need at least 3mm tread depth on winter tires from December 1 to March 31 when roads are icy or snowy. Foreign drivers are not exempt - comply from your first day in Sweden. Studded tires are allowed October 1 to April 15.”
Re: Vision Zero: Lower Urban Speed Limits
Conseil du Moniteur
“Sweden's Vision Zero is lowering urban speed limits. Residential areas are moving to 40 km/h default, and 30 km/h zones are expanding around schools and hospitals. Always watch for the blue speed limit signs - they're changing in many areas.”
Re: Expanded Environmental Zones (Miljözoner) Class 3
Conseil du Moniteur
“Miljözon Class 3 now covers central Stockholm and Gothenburg for passenger cars. You need at least Euro 6 for diesel or Euro 5 for petrol. Electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles are exempt. Check your vehicle's emission class before driving into these areas.”
Re: Updated E-Bike and E-Scooter Regulations
Conseil du Moniteur
“E-scooter rules are tighter: riders must be at least 15 years old, mandatory front and rear lights plus reflectors are required, and parking is restricted to designated zones in city centers. As a car driver, be aware of e-scooters in bike lanes.”
Sources & Méthodologie
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Informations vérifiées le : 2026-02-01
Primary Sources:
- Transportstyrelsen — Official regulatory body
- EU General Safety Regulation 2019/2144 — EU GSR2 Phase 3: Advanced Distraction Warning
- Transportstyrelsen Winter Tires — Updated Winter Tire Regulations
- Trafikverket Vision Zero — Vision Zero: Lower Urban Speed Limits
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