Can a 15-passenger van use the bus lane in Montreal?

1. Is a 15-passenger van considered a bus?
2. Can I drive a 15-passenger van in Canada?
3. Do 15-passenger vans need seat belts?
4. Are 15-passenger vans really unsafe?
5. What is the largest van you can drive on a car Licence?
6. Does a 15 passenger van include the driver?
7. What class license do you need to drive a 15 passenger van in Alberta?
8. Can I carry passengers in the back of my van?
9. How many does a 15 passenger van hold?
10. Does Enterprise Rent 15 passenger vans?
11. When you must back your van it is best to?
12. Do vans require seat belts?

Is a 15-passenger van considered a bus?

By NHTSA's regulation, the capacity threshold for school buses corresponds to that of buses -- vehicles designed for carrying more than ten (10) persons. This means, for example, that NHTSA categorizes a 15-passenger van (designed for carrying more than 10 persons) as a "bus."

Can I drive a 15-passenger van in Canada?

From: Transport Canada

If you use your 12- or 15-passenger van strictly for personal use, it may be exempted from the requirements that apply to commercial vehicles. Contact your province/territory to determine requirements for personal use.

Do 15-passenger vans need seat belts?

When driving a 15-passenger van, drivers need to take the following safety precautions: ... Remember that 15-passenger vans require additional braking time and cannot handle abrupt maneuvers the way cars can. Seat Belts: All occupants need to wear seat belts at all times.

Are 15-passenger vans really unsafe?

'Death trap' 15-passenger vans actually as safe as any other large vehicle: report Back to video. ... “Fifteen-passenger vans were generally found (by Transport Canada's tests) to be as safe as other highway vehicles,” says the CCMTA report.

What is the largest van you can drive on a car Licence?

If you have a full driving licence you can drive any van up to 3.5 tonnes. If you want to drive anything bigger such as 7.5 tonnes vans, you may need to take an extra test if you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997.

Does a 15 passenger van include the driver?

The passenger versions of the 12 and 15 passenger vans have windows versus the solid side style that comes with the cargo vehicles. ... With the seat removed from a Ford or Chevy 15 passenger van you can accommodate 11 passengers including driver plus luggage.

What class license do you need to drive a 15 passenger van in Alberta?

Any holder of a Class 5 operator's licence shall NOT operate a motor vehicle: That has a seating capacity of more than 15 passengers, while that vehicle is transporting any person in addition to the operator.

Can I carry passengers in the back of my van?

Is it legal / illegal to carry one passenger in the back of a car derived van (v small van) with no seat, seat belt? ... Thats a big NO, you can only carry passengers that have a proper seat and a proper seat belt and you cannot just add seats and seatbelts to suit.

How many does a 15 passenger van hold?

These 15 pass van do not offer any extra space behind the last row seats so if you need more cargo room, we can remove two middle seats of last row so it can accommodate 13 people plus extra cargo room for luggage.

Does Enterprise Rent 15 passenger vans?

Yes, you can rent 12 or 15 passenger vans from Enterprise if you are at least 25 years old. Please be advised of the following: The van does not meet Federal Bus Safety Standards and may not be used to transport children in the 12th grade or younger, other than family members, for school related functions.

When you must back your van it is best to?

Your best defense is to back up only when necessary. Avoid backing into traffic. If you must back up, get out and check the area behind you before doing so. Turn on your four-way flashers and back slowly.

Do vans require seat belts?

Most camper vans have two forward-facing seats in the front. These come with proper seat belts. If you purchase a van with the intention of modifying it, you may have several rows of safe seating. You can plan your buildout around the seats that you need to keep.