Can Forklifts Be Driven on Public Roads?

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Forklifts can be driven on public roads with proper licensing, but safety precautions must be observed. Here are the specific regulations: 1. Except for large-scale special engineering vehicles, small operational vehicles such as forklifts, loaders, and dump trucks are classified as operational machinery vehicles. These vehicles are not licensed and are restricted to operation within construction sites or factory premises, not allowed on public roads. Additionally, drivers must hold an indoor operation certificate issued by the transportation department to operate them. 2. According to the relevant provisions of the Road Traffic Safety Law, wheeled vehicles engaged in special engineering operations fall under the category of motor vehicles. If classified as motor vehicles, they must display motor vehicle license plates when driven on public roads. 3. Motor vehicles driven on public roads without displaying license plates, inspection qualification marks, insurance marks, or without carrying vehicle registration certificates and driver's licenses will be detained by the traffic management authorities of public security organs.