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124. Recreational vehicle
A recreational vehicle (RV) is a vehicle designed or adapted for travel, recreation and temporary living accommodation. The term can include motorhomes, campervans and, in broader usage, towable caravans or camping trailers.
Recreational vehicles may contain sleeping, seating, cooking, storage and sanitary facilities. Their legal classification, driving-licence requirements, parking rules and permitted dimensions or weights vary between countries.
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What is a recreational vehicle?
A recreational vehicle is a vehicle designed or adapted for travelling and temporary living accommodation.
What types of vehicles are considered recreational vehicles?
The term commonly includes motorhomes and campervans and may also be used more broadly for caravans and camping trailers.
Do recreational vehicles follow the same rules as passenger cars?
Not always. The applicable rules can depend on the vehicle's classification, weight, dimensions and whether it is self-propelled or towed.

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