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Safe driving and emergenciesQuestion 271 of 296

When may a passenger ride in the cargo space of a truck?

  1. Only seated on secure seats, with the truck at 40 km/h or slower
  2. Only while holding on to a rail
  3. Only on roads with a limit of 50 km/h or less
  4. Only if the passenger is older than 16
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Correct answer: Only seated on secure seats, with the truck at 40 km/h or slower

Passengers must ride in places made for people. In a truck cargo space, the law needs secure seats, a seated passenger and a top speed of 40 km/h.

Source: Using the Road Regulations (N.S. Reg. 230/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 104, Passenger and driver seating, page 54

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026