License Plates

[AZFox]

In Arizona Alternative Fuel Vehicles have a special license plate the conveys a special privilege: ability to drive solo in the HOV lane.

Apparently that''s about to expire.

A provision of federal code [23 USC 166(b)(4)] currently allows alternative fuel vehicles, including electric vehicles, to use high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes regardless of the number of riders. That provision is currently scheduled to expire on Sept. 30, 2025. If it does, alternative fuel vehicles, including electric vehicles, carrying only a driver would no longer have access to HOV lanes during restricted times.​

Instead of charging extra fees for EVs, Arizona was giving them a break using a special Vehicle License Tax formula. That's ending too.

In accordance with Arizona Revised Statute 28-5805, alternative fuel vehicles are assessed VLT using the same formula used for traditional vehicles. Those vehicles that were initially registered prior to 2023 will keep their current VLT formula until the vehicle ownership changes or the registration is canceled.​

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[KevinRS]

In California, the dealer prints paper plates, and the DMV mails the metal ones to the customer. I'm assuming slate will somehow have the paper ones for you when you pick the truck up/have it delivered.

 

[sodamo]

Back in late/mid 70’s bought a new VW van, dealer put on paper plates. i drove it to Ca before plates expired and shipped to Hawaii. Once here I registered as a used, preregistered care, avoiding the sales tax. I think they closed that loop hole.

 

[The Weatherman]

In KY now the plate is assigned to the owner and is transferred from vehicle to vehicle by the dealer. Makes things much simpler.

 

[AL-Derby]

I’ll bring my own once I have all of the required sales paperwork. I’ll just need the proper red tape papers and I’ll be on my way. I’ve driven from central Florida to northern Tennessee without any tag at all. I purchased the truck on eBay, caught flight down and drove it back home.