As used in this subchapter:
(1) (A) "Autocycle" means a motorized cycle that exclusively uses a motor operated by electricity, is a zero-emission vehicle, and is:
(i) At least sixty inches (60'') in width;
(ii) Not more than one hundred thirty-five inches (135'') in length;
(iii) At least one thousand pounds (1,000 lbs.) in unladen weight;
(iv) Equipped with:
(a) Three (3) low pressure tires;
(b) A steering wheel;
(c) Seating for at least one (1) person but not more than four (4) persons;
(d) A fully-enclosed metal or metal-reinforced cab with glass and mirrors that complies with § 27-37-301 et seq. regarding safety glass and mirrors;
(e) Doors with functioning handle locks that are similar to the handle locks on motor vehicles;
(f) Headlights as required under § 27-20-104(d)(1);
(g) Tail lamps as required under § 27-20-104(d)(3);
(h) Brakes as required under § 27-20-104(d)(4);
(i) A working horn as required under § 27-20-104(d)(5);
(j) Signal lamps as provided under § 27-36-216; and
(k) Seat belts as provided under § 27-37-701 et seq.
(B) An autocycle shall not be required to have a muffler because it is a zero-emission electric vehicle.
(C) An autocycle may be equipped with a bed or cargo box for hauling materials.
(D) An autocycle is a motor vehicle for the purposes of minimum insurance liability under the Motor Vehicle Safety Responsibility Act, § 27-19-101 et seq., and § 27-22-101 et seq.
(E) An autocycle is not an all-terrain vehicle under § 27-20-201 et seq. and § 27-21-101 et seq.; and
(2) "Low pressure tire" means a pneumatic tire that conforms to the manufacturer's specifications for the autocycle and is comparable to the tires used on other motor vehicles.
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