Since 2015 we have been doing the Texas Two-Step with the registration sticker serving for both the registration and inspection, unless you are in one of the 17 counties that check emissions. The inspections don't seem as comprehensive as they used to be, but we still do it.Texas...
If you need to show proof of inspection to complete your vehicle’s registration, visit www.mytxcar.org to download, display electronically, or print a copy of the document. Special CircumstancesOut-of-State MotoristsIf your vehicle is currently out-of-state and you are unable to complete a...
Nope. That's Catch #1...we still have to pay those fees and the state isn't even hiding it. It will be labeled as "Inspection Program Replacement Fee" (KHOU) on your registration bill. Seriously?! Call it what it is Texas, a tax with no representation. But I digress. My car's ...
When you purchase a new car or move toTexasfrom another state the initial 'inspection program replacement fee' will be $16.75 per vehicle. Texans have been doing the 'Texas Two Step' of getting an inspection before registration since 2015 and now the complicated dance will soon be a thing ...
Registration$51.75 Local$10 Inspection$7.50 Processing and handling$4.75 Special plates$0 If you are registering a new car, you need to visit your local county tax-assessor collector office with your insurance card, proof of vehicle inspection, and proof you own the vehicle. Find your nearest lo...
If you're anything like me, you sometimes procrastinate when it comes to getting your car's registration sticker. I’m not sure why, but the thought of having to set time aside for a vehicle inspection often leads me to wait until the very last minute to take care of it. However, sta...
Remember: the first step is having your vehicle inspected. If, like me, you care for a vulnerable person or are yourself vulnerable to severe symptoms or complications from COVID-19, the good news is that some inspection stations will allow you to remain in your car during the process and...
No mandatory car safety inspections in Texas Starting in 2025, Texas drivers won't need to take their vehicle for a safety inspection, but they'll pay a slightly higher registration fee to support transportation and environmental programs.
Texas car registration fees differ between counties. They are also influenced by vehicle type and age. In general, motorists can expect to pay the following state-wide fees, with or without additional county-level charges: Safety-only Inspection $7.50 ...
Starting in 2025, Texas drivers won't need to take their vehicle for a safety inspection, but they'll pay a slightly higher registration fee. Dec 30, 2024 How these Texas laws going into effect in 2025 will impact you Texas laws affecting car drivers, taxpayers and more take effect startin...