What is the maximum number of passengers a vehicle may carry?

The number of seats authorised in the vehicle's documentation The number of passengers must never exceed the number of authorised seats shown in the vehicle's documentation (registration certificate and technical inspection card).

The total weight of the vehicle, including passengers and luggage, must not exceed:

The Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) on the technical card The combined weight of occupants and their luggage must not exceed the Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) shown in the vehicle's technical inspection card, as it affects stability and braking.

Is it permitted to carry people in the cargo compartment of a vehicle?

No, as a general rule it is prohibited; it is allowed only in goods vehicles and under the conditions set by the specific regulations Article 10.1 of the General Traffic Regulations prohibits carrying people anywhere other than the places designed and fitted out for them. Only as an exception may people travel in the load area of goods vehicles, under the conditions set by the specific regulations (Art. 10.2). A short journey, a low speed or sitting on the load does not make it permitted.

A vehicle carrying both passengers and goods at the same time must have:

A partition or protection system between cargo and occupants When passengers and cargo are carried together, the vehicle must have a partition or adequate protection system to prevent the load from harming occupants in case of sudden braking or collision.

Who is required to wear the seat belt in a vehicle fitted with one?

The driver and all passengers Both the driver and all passengers are required to use the seat belt in all vehicles equipped with one, whether on urban or interurban roads.

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What is the maximum number of passengers a vehicle may carry?: The number of seats authorised in the vehicle's documentation The number of passengers must never exceed the number of authorised seats shown in the vehicle's documentation (registration certificate and technical inspection card).
The total weight of the vehicle, including passengers and luggage, must not exceed:: The Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) on the technical card The combined weight of occupants and their luggage must not exceed the Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) shown in the vehicle's technical inspection card, as it affects stability and braking.
Is it permitted to carry people in the cargo compartment of a vehicle?: No, as a general rule it is prohibited; it is allowed only in goods vehicles and under the conditions set by the specific regulations Article 10.1 of the General Traffic Regulations prohibits carrying people anywhere other than the places designed and fitted out for them. Only as an exception may people travel in the load area of goods vehicles, under the conditions set by the specific regulations (Art. 10.2). A short journey, a low speed or sitting on the load does not make it permitted.
A vehicle carrying both passengers and goods at the same time must have:: A partition or protection system between cargo and occupants When passengers and cargo are carried together, the vehicle must have a partition or adequate protection system to prevent the load from harming occupants in case of sudden braking or collision.
Who is required to wear the seat belt in a vehicle fitted with one?: The driver and all passengers Both the driver and all passengers are required to use the seat belt in all vehicles equipped with one, whether on urban or interurban roads.