Do tricycles need a driver's license? Answer from AZ

x Drivers of tricycles transporting goods that are rented or own vehicles want to know if this driver needs a driver's license?
x Are you wondering what kind of test you need to take if you need a three-wheeled driver's license?
What conditions and requirements need to be met? x Are you interested in the procedures for applying for a tricycle driver's license? What documents and documents need to be prepared?

What is the concept of a three-wheeled vehicle? Do tricycles need a driver's license? What conditions do three-wheeled vehicles need to meet and what regulations must they comply with?...All related questions will be Proship.vn within the framework of this sharing article. Those who are vehicle owners and own a cargo tricycle should refer to it to properly apply and enforce the law.

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What type of vehicle is a tricycle?

Previously, three-wheeled vehicles were only widely used in rural areas, were not very popular and were mainly homemade three-wheeled vehicles. However, in recent years, as the cargo tricycle market has increasingly developed and tricycles have become a useful means of transportation on the streets, the State has begun to have regulations on use and circulation. three-wheeled vehicle on the road.

Tricycles are known as a convenient tool for transporting goods and are much cheaper than trucks. After many years of circulation, tricycles have caused a lot of controversy surrounding how this vehicle affects traffic. Carrying large, bulky items or too many items that go beyond the vehicle's trunk can have a significant impact on road users.

Do tricycles need a driver's license? Answer from AZ
A tricycle is a vehicle classified as a three-wheeled motorbike, used to transport goods more conveniently than a truck.

Pursuant to Clause 18, Article 3 of the 2008 Road Traffic Law:

“Road motor vehicles (hereinafter referred to as motor vehicles) include cars; tractor; trailers or semi-trailers pulled by cars or tractors; two-wheeled motorbikes; three-wheeled motorbikes; motorbikes (including electric motorbikes) and similar vehicles.”

Accordingly, tricycles are classified as three-wheeled motorbikes and are classified as road motor vehicles.

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Knowledge and regulations you need to know for tricycles participating in traffic

What driver's license is needed to drive a three-wheeler?

Do tricycles need a driver's license? A tricycle driver's license is one of the mandatory documents that drivers MUST HAVE when operating this vehicle on the road. However, there are currently many three-wheeled drivers who have been subject to administrative sanctions when the authorities check their three-wheeled driver's license documents.

Pursuant to Clause 2, Article 59 of the 2008 Road Traffic Law, regulations on driving licenses:

"2. Unlimited driving licenses include the following classes:

a) Class A1 issued to drivers of two-wheeled motorbikes with cylinder capacity from 50 cm3 to under 175 cm3;

b) Class A2 issued to drivers of two-wheeled motorbikes with a cylinder capacity of 175 cm3 or more and vehicles specified for class A1 driving licenses;

c) Class A3 issued to drivers of three-wheeled motorbikes, vehicles prescribed for class A1 driving licenses and similar vehicles.”

Accordingly, a class A3 driving license will be issued for three-wheeled vehicles and it will be an UNLIMITED driving license.

Penalty for not having a driver's license

In case of using a three-wheeled vehicle without a driver's license, according to the law, the driver will be fined from 80,000 VND to 120,000 VND.

If you do not have a driver's license, you will be fined from 800,000 VND to 1,200,000 VND. If you do not have a driving license with a vehicle over 175cc, you will be fined from 4,000,000 VND to 6,000,000 VND.

Regulations for arranging goods with tricycles

Pursuant to Clause 4, Article 19 of Circular 46/2015/TT-BGTVT regulating the width and length of loading goods on road vehicles when traveling on the road:

“4. Motorcycles and motorbikes must not load goods or luggage beyond the width of the cargo rack according to the manufacturer's design by 0.3 meters on each side, and beyond the rear of the cargo rack by 0.5 meters. The cargo loading height from the road surface must not exceed 1.5 meters."

Accordingly, when loading goods onto a tricycle, it is necessary to comply with the following conditions:

  • In terms of width, do not exceed 0.3 meters on each side (according to the manufacturer's cargo rack design).
  • To the rear, do not exceed the cargo pass by 0.5 meter.
  • In terms of height, no more than 1.5 meters from the road surface.

Thus, to own and use a three-wheeled vehicle on the road, it is necessary to basically meet the conditions of driver's license, vehicle quality, technical safety, and environmental protection. Especially when using a tricycle to transport goods, you need to pay attention to the regulations when arranging goods on the vehicle, avoid arranging bulky goods, affecting the traffic process.

Do tricycles need a driver's license? Answer from AZ
Drivers of three-wheeled vehicles are REQUIRED to have an A3 class GXLP, otherwise they will be fined and need to comply with regulations on cargo arrangement when transporting.

Conditions for three-wheeled vehicles to participate in traffic

Pursuant to Article 53 of the 2008 Road Traffic Law on traffic conditions for motor vehicles:

"first. Vehicles of the right type allowed to participate in traffic must ensure the following regulations on quality, technical safety and environmental protection:

a) Have a sufficient effective braking system;

b) Have an effective diversion system;

c) The steering wheel of the car is on the left side of the car; In the case of a foreigner's car registered in a foreign country with the right-hand drive participating in traffic in Vietnam, it shall comply with the Government's regulations;

d) Have enough near and far lights, license plate lights, brake lights, and signal lights;

d) Have tires of the right size and technical standards for each type of vehicle;

e) Have enough rearview mirrors and other equipment to ensure visibility for the driver;

g) Windshield and door glass are safety glass;

h) Have a horn with a volume that meets technical regulations;

i) Have enough silencers, smoke reducers and other equipment to ensure emissions and noise according to environmental standards;

k) Structures must be durable enough and ensure stable operation.

2. Two-wheeled motorbikes, three-wheeled motorbikes, and motorbikes of the right type allowed to participate in traffic must ensure regulations on quality, technical safety and environmental protection specified at the points. a, b, d, dd, e, h, i and k Clause 1 of this Article.

3. Motor vehicles must be registered and have license plates issued by a competent state agency.

4. The Government regulates the shelf life for motor vehicles.”

Accordingly, three-wheeled vehicles allowed to participate in traffic must ensure regulations on quality, technical safety and environmental protection.

* Conclusion: Make sure you comply CORRECTLY and FULLY with traffic rules according to Vietnamese law. Otherwise, the individual driver of the tricycle carrying goods may be punished according to the law.

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What are the three-wheeled driving license exam procedures?

After understanding whether a three-wheeled vehicle needs a driver's license, the next thing that drivers need to pay attention to is how to get a three-wheeled driver's license? What is the procedure to get a three-wheeled driver's license?

Request a three-wheeled driver's license

To own an A3 driver's license, vehicle users need to complete licensing procedures and register for driving tests and exams. After completing the above processes, you will be certified to drive.

In addition, you need to ensure the following factors: The person registering for the driver's license test must be 18 years old or older (exactly each day, month, and year). At the same time, health inspection standards and other special regulations of the State must be met.

Do tricycles need a driver's license? Answer from AZ
Three-wheeled vehicle drivers must be 18 years old or older, meet health standards, complete licensing procedures, take required tests, etc. to be granted a driver's license and A3 class driving license.

Procedures for registering for the A3 driver's license test 

After ensuring the above requirements, you need to prepare the following documents to make the tricycle driver's license registration process go quickly and smoothly. Procedures for an A3 three-wheeled driver's license include:

  • 2 copies of ID card or citizen identification card (no notarization required);
  • 4 3×4 photos, photos need to be clear, hair neat, not covering eyebrows;
  • 1 copy of driving license in Pet card form (if any);
  • 1 copy of health certificate certified by medical centers or hospitals;
  • 1 application to learn to drive a three-wheeled vehicle at the offices;
  • Fees to pay for exams and certification exams.

In short, you only need the above documents to complete the registration procedure for a three-wheeler driver's license.

Whether a three-wheeled vehicle needs a driver's license has been answered, along with the regulations related to traffic on the road that any individual who owns this vehicle needs to keep in mind. From here, you need to carry out the procedures to own an A3 driver's license as soon as possible and ensure compliance with road traffic laws, etc.

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