Plain-Language Summary

Virginia law allows licensed motor vehicle dealers to use dealer's license plates or temporary transport plates to demonstrate trucks or tractor trucks to prospective buyers. The demonstration is limited to a maximum of three days or 750 miles and cannot be repeated on the same vehicle by the same buyer within 60 days. Dealers must issue a certificate to the prospective purchaser, which must be carried during operation and serves as a temporary registration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dealer's license plates can be used for up to three days or 750 miles during a demonstration in Virginia.

No, the same buyer cannot use the demonstration vehicle on the same truck or tractor truck within 60 days after the initial demonstration.

The dealer must issue a certificate on forms provided by the Department, which the buyer must carry during operation as a temporary registration.

Yes, the certificate issued for demonstration replaces other registration, permits, and motor fuel road tax identification during the demonstration period.