If you're on your red or green Ps, there are certain vehicles you can't drive. Find out what the rules are.
On this pageProhibited vehicles – also known as 'high performance vehicles' – cannot be driven by drivers with a P1 or P2 licence.
High performance vehicles have greater acceleration and power than other vehicles. The more power a vehicle's engine has compared to its weight, the more acceleration it can deliver.
This condition does not apply to Learner drivers.
Transport for NSW defines a high performance vehicle as a vehicle that:
The high performance vehicle restriction applies to all P1 and P2 NSW licence holders, even if driving interstate.
To find out which vehicles you can and can't drive, use the P1 and P2 vehicle search.
Some vehicles may not appear in the search or may be listed as 'for review'. This is because they may be older, newly released or niche vehicles.
If you're looking for one of these vehicles, please contact us by phoning 13 22 13 or by email.
If you're unsure about a vehicle's specifications you can:
If you need to drive a prohibited vehicle you can apply for an exemption. Exemptions are only granted in exceptional circumstances. This is because prohibited vehicles are a high risk for drivers on their Ps.
An exemption from the prohibited vehicles condition applies if:
To apply for an exemption you must:
If an exemption is granted, you must carry the exemption letter issued by Transport for NSW while driving the vehicle.
Note: You must notify Transport for NSW within 14 days if any circumstances have changed which affect your exemption. This includes if you no longer need the exemption, or if the exemption letter needs replacing. A further fee may apply.