Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM)
The ATM of a trailer is the maximum it can weigh when fully loaded, as specified by the manufacturer.
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)
The GVM of a vehicle is the maximum it can weigh when fully loaded, as specified by the manufacturer.
Heavy Vehicle
Any motor vehicle with a GVM exceeding 4.5 tonnes and any trailer with an ATM exceeding 4.5 tonnes.
Imported Vehicle
A motor vehicle that has been brought into Australia in accordance with an option outlined in the National guidelines and requirements for importing a motor vehicle.
Individually Constructed Vehicle (ICV)
A vehicle that has been constructed by an individual for their own personal use, has not been adapted from or built off a production vehicle and has a GVM of 4.5 tonnes or less.
Light Vehicle
Any motor vehicle with a GVM of 4.5 tonnes or less and any trailer with an ATM of 4.5 tonnes or less. Does not include Motor Cycles.
Motorcycle
A motor vehicle with two wheels or a two wheeled motor vehicle with a sidecar attached to it that is supported by a third wheel.
Motorhome (or Campervan)
A motor vehicle manufactured or modified to be used as living quarters and must contain specified equipment for accommodation, sleeping, cooking and storage.
Street Rod
A motor vehicle, or a replica of a motor vehicle, that has a body and frame that were built before 1949 and has been modified or built for safe road use in accordance with the National Street Rod Guidelines (NSRG).