high-occupancy vehicle
"High-occupancy vehicles" are essential for promoting carpooling and reducing traffic congestion by allowing access to special traffic lanes.
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Definition
B2Transportation
(technical)A motor vehicle carrying multiple passengers, often used to qualify for special traffic lanes.
Example
- High-occupancy vehicles can use the carpool lane during rush hour.
- A vanpool qualifies as a high-occupancy vehicle.