Virginia law allows local governments to require motor vehicle dealers to notify buyers about restrictions on test drives within certain residence districts with increased fines. Dealers must inform buyers of these restrictions before the test drive and advise avoiding designated areas. If a buyer commits a traffic infraction in such districts, the locality can notify the DMV, which may impact the dealer's licensing records.
A test drive is the use of a dealer's license plates to drive a vehicle for testing purposes, as defined by Virginia law.
Yes, dealers must notify buyers or potential buyers about restrictions on test drives in residence districts with increased fines before the test drive begins.
Yes, buyers can drive to their residence during a test drive if permitted by the dealer, even in districts with restrictions.
If a buyer commits a traffic infraction in a restricted district, the locality can notify the DMV, which may affect the dealer's licensing status.