Commutator wrote:
I can't find where to get answers to this. In Ontario, Canada all pickup trucks are registered as commercial vehicles. No choice. I'd like to use my pickup (without the truck camper loaded) to tow one or two cars (plated in my name) in my enclosed utility trailer to Florida for the winter. While in Ontario I am exempted from log books, inspection records, and most other commercial rules as I meet some specific "personal use" parameters in Ontario law. I doubt those personal use exemptions are relevant in the US. Since my truck is registered as commercial I'll look just like a hot shot driver going down the road.
I understand that US residents choose whether to license their trucks as personal or commercial. (How logical!!) And they put those "not for hire" signs out to clarify. My issue is how can I legally go through the US with my "commercial" pickup truck and utility trailer? If I have to do weigh scales, logs, etc. and risk fines/delays for my newbie mistakes, it is probably not worth it.
Anyone know where I can get this information?
Thanks,
Fred
Ontario has many reciprocating agreements with US States and other Provinces regarding licencing. Give the MTO a call and ask them.
BTW your truck is not registered as commercial, but you do get the "truck" plates when you step over the 6000lbs/3000kgs GVWR and yearly inspections when you register for over 4000kgs(I keep mine at 4k kgs to avoid that hassle). With a G licence you are allowed up to 24000lbs GCVWR after that you are really suppose to get a Restricted A CDL, but really unless you're pulling for money no one gives a hoot.
