Passenger cars, motorcycles, school buses, trucks, and multipurpose passengers vehicles are all covered by one or more of the standards. Under the regulations, a passenger car is defined as a motor vehicle, other than a motorcycle, multipurpose passenger vehicle, or trailer, that is designed to carry up to 10 people.
What qualifies as a passenger vehicle?
Public vehicles are defined as any vehicle that carries passengers for hire or reward, and includes buses, taxis, hire cars and tourist vehicles. This section provides statistics related to public passenger vehicles, including: Taxi plates and point to point drivers.
Is a pick up truck considered a passenger vehicle?
Since a pickup truck’s body design normally does not have more than 50% of its total area exclusive of the engine compartment enclosed for designated seating positions, it cannot be considered a passenger motor vehicle under this definition even if it is used only for private transportation purposes.
What is a multi purpose passenger vehicle?
The term “multipurpose passenger vehicle” means a motor vehicle with motive power (except a trailer), designed to carry not more than 10 individuals, that is constructed either on a truck chassis or with special features for occasional off-road operation.
What’s a four door car?
A 4-door car can have any body shape from a sedan to a van, or even a pickup truck. These cars usually have two rows of seats and a lot of room for passengers. Classic 4-door sedans feature trunks located in the rear that provide room for groceries, camping items, or anything else you want to bring along.