86Operation of directions in relation to combinations

86 Operation of directions in relation to combinations

(1) This section applies where a direction is given under this Division in relation to a combination. (2) Subject to subsection (3), nothing in this Division prevents a component vehicle of the combination from being separately driven or moved if: (a) the component vehicle is not itself the subject of a breach of a mass, dimension or load restraint requirement; and (b) it is not otherwise unlawful for the component vehicle to be driven or moved. (3) Subsection (2) does not apply where a condition of the direction prevents the component vehicle from being separately driven or moved. (4) In this section:

component vehicle of a combination means a towing vehicle or trailer of the combination.