What vehicles are classified under the Restricted Auto license?

The Restricted Auto license is specifically designed for operating passenger vehicles, which include passenger cars, vans, and light trucks. This classification is established to ensure that individuals who have obtained this license are appropriately trained and authorized to drive vehicles that fall within these specific categories.

Passenger cars and light trucks generally have a lower weight and different handling characteristics compared to heavy trucks and buses, which require a different type of commercial license due to their size and operational complexity. Additionally, motorcycles and scooters fall outside the scope of this license, as they require a separate motorcycle endorsement. Therefore, the classification focus on smaller, standard consumer vehicles is what makes the Restricted Auto license distinct, aligning it with the type of vehicles that drivers are prepared and allowed to operate under this license.