Motor vehicle

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A motor vehicle is a machine, usually with wheels, used for transportation on land, usually on roads.

Some common examples:

• a motorized bicycle
• a motorcycle
• an automobile
• a truck
• a bus

In most jurisdictions use of different classes of vehicle is governed by a traffic code which determines amongst other things:

• who can drive (typically adults who hold a valid driving licence for the class of vehicle)
• in what circumstances one can drive (e.g., in possession of insurance, not drunk, etc.)
• where a vehicle can and cannot be driven
• speed limits
• right-of-way
• requirement to use specified equipment (motorcycle helmet, safety belt, etc.)
• requirements for vehicles to meet standards of safety, to display a license plate, etc.

External links

• Driving licence on webpage European Union
• UK driving licence info

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