What Vehicles Are Included in Motor Vehicles?
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According to the national standards for motor vehicle safety inspection, motor vehicles can be classified into the following types: Large automobiles: Refers to various vehicles with a total mass exceeding 4,500 kilograms, or a vehicle length of 6 meters or more, or a seating capacity of 20 people or more. Small automobiles: Refers to vehicles with a total mass of 4,500 kilograms or less (including 4,500 kilograms), a vehicle length under 6 meters, or a seating capacity of fewer than 20 people. Special-purpose vehicles: Refers to vehicles equipped with specialized devices and designed for specific purposes, including street sweepers, instrument vehicles, postal vehicles, and truck cranes. Special vehicles: Refers to emergency vehicles with special purposes, including fire trucks, ambulances, engineering rescue vehicles, security vehicles, and accident investigation vehicles. Trams: Refers to vehicles powered by electric motors, equipped with trolley poles, and running on tracks. Trolleybuses: Refers to vehicles powered by electric motors, equipped with trolley poles, and fitted with tires or wheels. Battery-powered vehicles: Refers to vehicles powered by electric motors using batteries as the power source. Three-wheeled motorcycles: Refers to motor vehicles with three wheels and a total mass under 750 kilograms. Motorcycles also belong to motor vehicles.
When it comes to motor vehicles, I think of the types I encounter while driving. First, there are sedans, the family-friendly type that are agile to drive; SUVs are also quite common, spacious and great for family trips; then there are buses, essential for daily commutes; motorcycles are fast and stylish, frequently seen in the city; trucks are used for hauling goods, long and eye-catching; and nowadays, electric vehicles are becoming more popular, like Tesla's pure electric cars, which also count as motor vehicles because they are powered by electric motors. In the countryside, I’ve seen tractors, which are especially practical during busy farming seasons. In short, motor vehicles are those with an engine or motor, and all require registration and a driver’s license. The strict regulations by the government are for safety—for example, maintaining these vehicles properly before driving to avoid issues on the road. For me, these vehicles make life much more convenient, but it’s important to watch your speed while driving.
