AR DMV Vehicle Equipment and Safety Requirements Flashcards

In Arkansas, how many headlights must a passenger vehicle have when operating at night?

Answer: Two headlights are required

Arkansas law requires all motor vehicles to be equipped with two functioning headlights for safe nighttime operation.

When must headlights be used in Arkansas?

Answer: From sunset to sunrise and during low visibility conditions

Arkansas requires headlights from sunset to sunrise and whenever visibility is reduced due to weather or other conditions.

What is the minimum tread depth required for tires on passenger vehicles in Arkansas?

Answer: 2/32 inch

Arkansas requires a minimum tire tread depth of 2/32 of an inch for passenger vehicle tires to ensure adequate traction.

Arkansas law requires that a vehicle's brakes be capable of stopping the vehicle within how many feet from 20 mph on dry pavement?

Answer: 25 feet

Arkansas requires that service brakes stop a vehicle within 25 feet when traveling at 20 mph on dry, level pavement.

Which of the following is required on all Arkansas vehicles manufactured after 1968?

Answer: Seat belts for all seating positions

Federal law, enforced in Arkansas, requires seat belts in all seating positions for vehicles manufactured after 1968.

How many reflectors or rear lamps are required on the back of a passenger car in Arkansas?

Answer: Two red reflectors or taillights, one on each side

Arkansas requires two rear reflectors or taillights — one on each side — to make the vehicle visible from the rear at night.

In Arkansas, a vehicle's horn must be audible from at least how far away?

Answer: 300 feet

Arkansas law requires a vehicle's horn to be audible at a distance of at least 200 feet under normal conditions.