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| Virginia |
Low-Speed Vehicle Access to Roadways |
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Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Virginia
A low-speed vehicle is defined as a four-wheeled electrically- or gas-powered vehicle capable of achieving a maximum speed of at least 20 miles per hour (mph) but not greater than 25 mph. The vehicle must comply with safety standards specified in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, section 571.500. Low-speed vehicles titled and registered with the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must display designated DMV license plates. Low-speed vehicles may not operate on roads with posted speed limits of more than 35 mph or on roads where the Virginia Department of Transportation or the local governing body has prohibited their use. (Reference Virginia Code 46.2-100, 46.2-908.2, 46.2-908.3, and 46.2-711)
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| Virginia |
Idle Reduction Requirement |
Laws and Regulations |
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Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Virginia
Motor vehicles licensed for commercial or public service may not idle for more than three minutes in commercial or residential urban areas, unless the engine is providing auxiliary power for purposes other than heating or air conditioning. Tour buses and diesel vehicles are not permitted to idle for more than 10 minutes. (Reference Virginia Administrative Code 9-5-40-5670(C))
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| Virginia |
Fuel-Efficient Driving Training |
Laws and Regulations |
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Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Virginia
Commonwealth-approved driver education programs must include fuel-efficient driving practices as a curriculum component. (Reference Virginia Code 22.1-205)
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