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Covers commercial driver’s license program basics and relevant license classifications. Includes permit guidance for overload, oversize/overweight hauling, exempt permits, and certified escorts. Provides safety and equipment requirement topics such as braking systems, exhaust, mirrors and horns, glass, tow equipment, tires, flares, lighting, and inspection and traffic rules, plus hazardous materials handling contacts and conditions.","Introduction  \nThe material in this booklet has been condensed from the Motor Vehicle Code of Virginia and explains the size, weight and equipment requirements for trucks, trailers, and towed vehicles. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the agencies listed below.  \nMotor Carrier Credentials  \nDepartment of Motor Vehicles (DMV)  \nP. O. Box 27412 Richmond, VA 23269  \n(804) 249-5130  \n[dmv.virginia.gov](dmv.virginia.gov)  \nMotor Carrier Service Centers  \nDepartment of Motor Vehicles (DMV)  \n(Weigh Stations)  \n(804) 497-7121  \n(804) 367-1746 (Fax) [dmv.virginia.gov](dmv.virginia.gov)  \nVirginia Dyed Fuel Program  \nDepartment of Motor Vehicles (DMV)  \n(804) 367-2690 or 367-2657  \n(800) 272-9268 (hearing impaired only) [dmv.virginia.gov](dmv.virginia.gov)  \nHauling Permits  \nDepartment of Motor Vehicles (DMV)  \nP. O. Box 27412  \nRichmond, Virginia 23269  \n(804) 786-2787  \n[www.EZhaulvirginia.com](www.EZhaulvirginia.com)  \n[haulingpermit@dmv.virginia.gov](haulingpermit@dmv.virginia.gov)  \nVirginia State Police (VSP)  \nP. O. Box 27472 Richmond, VA 23261  \n(804) 674-2000  \nInternal Revenue Service (IRS)  \nExcise Tax  \n(804) 916-8300  \nEPA, Office of Transportation and Air Quality  \nDiesel Sulfur Content 1-800-385-6164  \nEmergency Road Conditions  \n1-800-367-ROAD (7623)  \nTable of  \nContents  \nSection 1—Size Limitations  \nInterstate and designated highways....................................2  \nNon-interstate and non-designated highways.....................2  \nSection 2—Weight Limitations  \nMaximum weight limitations..............................................3  \nAxle and gross weight limits ...............................................4  \nWeight allowed based on axle spacing ...............................5  \nOverweight penalties.........................................................6  \nSection 3—Commercial Driver’s  \nLicense  \nCommercial driver’s license program .................................6  \nCD L Classifications 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