What Is a Commercial Vehicle?

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Business owners have unique needs when selecting fleet vehicles. The start of your buying journey should start with asking the question, “What is a commercial vehicle?” A commercial vehicle satisfies several conditions, with its weight being the most important. However, there’s a little more to the story than that, which means we’re going to tell you everything we know about the commercial vehicle definition.

Cox Chevrolet invites you to come from Sarasota or Tampa to our dealership to shop for our Chevy trucks and vans. We have salespeople in Bradenton who specialize in helping local businesses build out their fleets and we’re ready to help you!

What Is Considered a Commercial Vehicle?

It’s important to understand the answer to the question, “What is a commercial vehicle?” Why? Because some commercial vehicles require additional qualifications to drive. Depending on the location you’re in, you may need a commercial vehicle driver’s license (CDL) to operate a commercial vehicle legally.

It’s best to check your local laws to ensure that you’re operating your commercial vehicle legally as commercial vehicles often need more training and experience to drive safely. Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way, are you ready to find out the answer to, “What is considered a commercial vehicle?” According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the standards for a commercial vehicle fall under one of these conditions:

  • Having a GVWR of 10,001 pounds or more.
  • Designed to transport more than 15 passengers including the driver for no compensation.
  • Designed to transport more than 8 passengers for compensation.
  • Designed to transport hazardous materials in quantities requiring the vehicle to be placarded.

Popular Commercial Vehicles We Offer

If you’re searching for a commercial vehicle to help grow your business, you can count on our team. We can help you search for the perfect commercial vehicle to add to your fleet. Some of the popular commercial vehicles we offer include:

Grow Your Business With Our Commercial Vehicles

We’ve answered the question, “What is a commercial motor vehicle?” For all your other questions, Cox Chevrolet is here to assist you. Whether you run an airport shuttle or you’re hauling equipment around town, we’ve got knowledgeable sales professionals who are here to serve you. Check out our fleet offers to start thinking about what Chevy will suit your Palmetto business.

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