Land Transportation - Vehicle Terms and Types

a large object with an engine, such as a car or truck, used for transporting people or goods

a motorized vehicle designed for personal transportation

a road vehicle that has four wheels, an engine, and a small number of seats for people

any type of vehicle that is powered by an engine

a vehicle with two wheels, typically a bicycle or motorcycle

a vehicle with three wheels

a vehicle with four wheels, commonly referred to as a car, truck, or ATV

(of a vehicle) with the steering wheel on the left side

(of a vehicle) with the steering wheel on the right side

of something that does not require a physical key for operation

a type of car transmission where the driver has to change gears by hand using a lever

a vehicle operated or controlled by physical effort, typically involving a gearshift and clutch mechanism rather than automatic controls

a vehicle that changes gears automatically without manual intervention

a vehicle that can drive itself without needing a person to control it

a vehicle that can operate without a human driver

an automotive vehicle is a motorized machine designed for transportation on roads, typically powered by an internal combustion engine or electric motor

a type of transportation that moves on wheels, such as cars, trucks, bicycles, or wagons

a type of vehicle that moves on tracks or caterpillar treads, commonly used in military vehicles, tanks, and some construction equipment

a vehicle used for transporting goods or passengers for profit

a vehicle used by emergency services such as police, fire departments, or medical services to respond to urgent situations

a type of vehicle designed to be used on rough or uneven surfaces, like dirt trails or rocky terrain, rather than on smooth roads

a vehicle designed for practical use, often for transporting goods or performing work tasks

a motorized or towable vehicle equipped with living amenities, designed for temporary accommodation and travel enjoyment

a vehicle that meets the legal requirements for use on public roads

a type of transportation powered by one or more horses pulling a carriage, wagon, or other vehicle

a type of transportation that moves on its own without needing to be pushed or pulled by an external force, like a car with an engine or an electric scooter

a vehicle designed to travel on a single narrow track, typically referring to motorcycles and bicycles

a type of vehicle characterized by a reduced width compared to standard vehicles

a vehicle capable of moving in any direction

a type of transportation that is capable of operating on both land and water

a vehicle that runs on fuel sources other than traditional gasoline or diesel

a vehicle that is designed to have a minimal impact on the environment, typically by using alternative fuels or energy sources such as electricity or hydrogen

a car that uses both a regular gasoline engine and an electric motor to save fuel and produce fewer emissions

(of a vehicle) not producing gases harmful to the environment

a car or truck that uses a lot of fuel, leading to higher fuel costs and more environmental impact

a car that has electricity as its power source instead of gasoline or diesel

a vehicle powered by solar energy through photovoltaic cells integrated into its design, typically used for sustainable transportation

a car designed and built for high speed, acceleration, and overall driving dynamics

a car that has been modified or built according to the owner's preferences or specifications

a car that is owned and provided by a company to its employees to use for work-related purposes

a small, economical car, typically with a focus on fuel efficiency and affordability

(of a car) having a design or characteristics that suggest speed or performance

made up of distinct, connected parts that can move or bend

the ability of a vehicle to maintain traction and stability on the road surface