Vermont Kei Truck rules
Legal up to 130 in
| Status | Legal if the truck fits the Kei vehicle definition |
|---|---|
| Where you can drive | Anywhere other pleasure cars go; towns cannot ban registered Kei vehicles |
| Speed rule | None specific to Kei vehicles |
| Interstates | Allowed for a registered Kei vehicle, like any pleasure car |
| Title / registration | Pleasure car at $91 a year or $167 for two; farm truck registration is an option for a Kei Truck |
Using a Kei Truck off the road in Vermont
Vermont limits where a Kei Truck can go on the road, but there's plenty of work for one off it:
- Farms and ranches
- Hunting land and camps
- Golf courses
- Solar farms
- Orchards and vineyards
- Campgrounds
- Large private properties and job sites
For land that never needs the road, a newer off-road truck is worth a look too. The off-road guide covers tires, lifts and what to check.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the closest Kei Truck dealer to Vermont?
Of the dealers we list, it's Japan Direct Motors in Irmo, SC, roughly 1,000 miles away. After that: Dakota Mini Trucks in McIntosh, SD and Weatherford Mini Trucks in Weatherford, TX. All 7 dealers we list say they can ship to other states. When a dealer in Vermont joins, this page shows their trucks first.
Are Kei Trucks street legal in Vermont?
Yes, with limits. Act 153 (July 2026) treats Kei vehicles as pleasure cars and bars local bans, but only up to 130 in long; 1999+ trucks at 133.7 in are left out. Read the Vermont Kei Truck laws before you buy.
What can I use a Kei Truck for in Vermont?
Road use within Vermont's limits (same roads as cars, if 130 in long or shorter), plus work off the road on farms and ranches, hunting land, golf courses, solar farms, orchards and vineyards, campgrounds and large private properties.
Can I have a Kei Truck shipped to Vermont?
All 7 dealers we list say they can ship to other states. Get the delivery quote in writing before you pay, and add it to your budget with the cost calculator.