Licencing for us motorhomers - NO MORE CONFUSION

As you all know I wrote to the MOT a few days ago looking for some clear answers to what licence is required.  When I didn't get a response I sent an Email directly to the Ministers office and I got a reply within a couple of hours.  Thank you to Kelly Baker, the Minister's Communication Advisor for clearing this up.  Here is the text of  the Email:

Hi Fred, here are the responses to your questions

The amendment of Regulation 340/94 – Driver’s Licence’s under the Highway Traffic Act is for towed RVs only.  Motor homes remain subject to the same licensing requirements as before July 1, 2011.

Q1: Many of us have diesel motor homes with air brakes that themselves exceed the 11,000kg weight limit and in addition there is a car in tow.  What licence is required to operate this vehicle?

A1: A diesel motor home with air brakes that exceeds 11,000 kg weight limit requires a Class “D” with “Z” air endorsement licence if the towed weight does not exceed 4,600 kg.  If the car being towed were to exceed 4,600 kg, a Class “A” driver’s licence with “Z” air endorsement would be required.

Q2: Some have gasoline motor homes without air brakes weighing less than 11,000kg but when towing a car the weight exceeds the 11,000kg.  What licence is required to operate this vehicle?

A2: Without air brakes a “Z” air endorsement is not required, however, when the towed weight is less than 4,600 kg and the combined weight of motor home and car exceeds 11,000 kg, a Class “D” drivers licence is required.

Q3: In order to apply for a D-Licence I believe you must have a Z-endorsement(Air Brakes) and a medical - has this changed for the RV community?

A3: A “Z” endorsement is not required to apply for a Class “D” driver’s licence, nor to hold a Class “D” driver’s licence.  A medical examination report is required when applying for a Class “D” driver’s licence.  This has not changed for the RV community. 

One good thing - when Bettyann and I went to write our the "D" test they asked us to show our Z.  I don't think they knew about point 3.