One definition of CMV is a vehicle “designed to transport” 16 or more passengers, including the driver. Does that include standing passengers if the vehicle was specifically designed to accommodate standees?
§383.5 - Definitions
Guidance Q&A
Question 4: One definition of CMV is a vehicle “designed to transport” 16 or more passengers, including the driver. Does that include standing passengers if the vehicle was specifically designed to accommodate standees?
Guidance: No. “Designed to transport” refers only to the number of designated seats; it does not include areas suitable, or even designed, for standing passengers.
Regulatory Topic:
Commercial Driver License Standards; Designed to Transport
Effective Date: Thursday, March 7, 2019
Issued Date: Friday, March 1, 2019