Can Pickup Trucks Drive on Overpasses?
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Pickup trucks cannot drive on overpasses. According to road traffic safety regulations: Trucks are prohibited from using overpasses, and pickup trucks are classified as trucks, hence they are not allowed on overpasses. A pickup truck is a light-duty cargo vehicle featuring an open cargo box behind the cab, with the side panels of the cargo box integrated into the cab structure. It combines a passenger car front with a cargo-carrying rear, serving as a dual-purpose passenger and goods vehicle. Vehicles prohibited from overpasses include: Non-motorized vehicles; motorcycles, fuel-powered assist vehicles, electric vehicles (two-wheeled, three-wheeled, four-wheeled) that do not meet national standards, low-speed cargo trucks, three-wheeled automobiles, tractors, medium (and above) cargo trucks; large passenger buses, school buses, public buses; vehicles with test license plates or learner driver plates; hazardous material transport vehicles; tow trucks, wheeled machinery vehicles, and specialized operation vehicles.
I've been driving a pickup truck for many years, often working in the city, and have personally experienced many issues with elevated roads. For example, in my rural hometown, you can drive on elevated roads freely without anyone bothering you. But last year when I went to Shanghai for a delivery, I was stopped by traffic police as soon as I got on the bridge and fined 200 yuan because large cities prohibit pickup trucks on elevated roads during restricted hours for freight vehicles. So whether you can drive on them depends on local policies. Generally, small and medium-sized cities have fewer restrictions, while metropolises like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen have stricter rules. I recommend checking local traffic regulations or navigation apps before heading out to avoid fines. Also, pickup trucks might feel less stable on elevated roads. I've experienced the truck swaying in strong winds—it's not as steady as smaller cars. Safety should always come first.
