Motor Vehicles Act | 'Excavator' Falls Within Definition Of 'Motor Vehicle' U/S 2(28): Andhra Pradesh High Court

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has provided clarity on the definition of a 'motor vehicle' under Section 228 of the Motor Vehicles Act. The court ruled that an excavator, which is a heavy construction equipment used primarily for excavation and earthmoving, does not fall within the statutory definition of a motor vehicle as outlined in the Act. This classification has significant implications, as it exempts excavators from certain regulatory requirements and provisions that are applicable to other vehicles that are primarily designed for transportation on roads. The court's interpretation is based on the inherent design and primary function of excavators, distinguishing them from vehicles intended for general road transport.