Which vehicles are authorized to drive in a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane even if occupied solely by the driver?

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The general rule for high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes requires a minimum number of occupants. However, there are specific exceptions to facilitate mobility. The correct answer is vehicles with the V-15 sign (people with disabilities), which are allowed access even if only the driver is traveling.  Conversely, access is completely prohibited for: Vehicles with a trailer (even if they are passenger cars). Animal-drawn vehicles. Cycles, mopeds and pedestrians. Also remember that 2or 3-wheeled motorcycles, passenger cars with the 'Zero emissions' label and, in some cases, 'ECO' and 'C' labels, may also have exceptions depending on the signage of the section.

Which vehicles are authorized to drive in a high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane even if occupied solely by the driver?

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