Non-conventional vehicles are defined as any motorized vehicle, gas or electric powered that is used to transport people, equipment or other goods. Some examples are but not limited to: golf carts, ATVs, UTVs, riding mowers/tractors, 4-wheelers, off-road vehicles, Gators etc.
These vehicles should be operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications as well as in compliance with the laws governing their use on roadways:*
Code of Virginia, Title 46.2 Motor Vehicles, Chapter 8, Regulation of Traffic
§46.2-915.1 All-terrain vehicles and off-road motorcycles; penalty http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title46.2/chapter8/section46.2-915.1/
§46.2-916.1 Golf cart and utility vehicle operations on public highways not otherwise designated for such operation. http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title46.2/chapter8/section46.2-916.1/
§46.2-916.3 Limitations on golf cart and utility vehicle operations on designated public highways. http://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title46.2/chapter8/section46.2-916.3/
* However, it is not recommended that these vehicles be used on roadways to transport visitors, students, volunteers, or others who are not University employees.