What Counts as a Vehicle and Which Licence Class You Need
Last reviewed: 2026 · Driviology Road Safety Education Team
Quick Answer
A vehicle is any machine used to transport people or goods - cars, motorcycles, trucks, and buses - and the type you drive determines which licence class MTO requires, from Class G for a passenger car up to Class A or B for larger vehicles.
A vehicle refers to a machine used to transport people or goods, but the specific type you drive changes which rules and licence you need under MTO.
What Counts as a Vehicle
This term encompasses not just cars and motorcycles but larger vehicles such as trucks and buses, each falling under its own set of MTO rules.
Matching Licence Class to Vehicle Type
A passenger vehicle or light truck requires a Class G licence in Ontario, while a bus or a heavier truck requires a different class, such as Class A or B.
Responsibility Comes With the Vehicle
Beyond the licence class itself, being a responsible vehicle operator means maintaining the vehicle and following the correct road rules for its type.