Registration for medium/heavy truck

What was the process to test for a non CDL class A? How was the written and what did you use for the road test?

Dennis M M wrote:
Spend some time on the Escapees HDT Forum - do not need to be a member to participate.

Also lots of info on the Heavy Hauler RV Resource Guide

Do not know about Michigan specifically, but generally one can avoid the commercial aspect by registering as an RV. Our Volvo for example is registered as a motor home in IL.

Many states also have non-CDL operators licenses based on weight. I carry an IL non-CDL class A which states: "All single and combination vehicles except cycles"

One thing you will want to make sure of, even if it is registered personal, you may still have to pay tonnage on the truck. So make sure the PAID for tonnage is greater than what you will weight. Otherwise, not matter the other "state" if you will that you drive thru, including Michigan, you may find yourself "OVER WEIGHT" per the LEO that pulls you over, assuming you get weighed in some shape or form.

marty

Hank85713 wrote:
you need to contact your DOT and ask. Most states have special rules on PRIVATELY owned not for hire vehicles. In AZ my F350 has to run commercial plates but that is due to weight. Normal DL and veh insurance.

Calif and a few others may have rules due to other factors, but only your DOT will know for sure.

Same here in CT with my Ram 3500 DRW max GVWR for combination tags is 12.5k. At 14k it's $140 a year vs $205 2 yrs for my old Ford.

You definitely do not want it registered commercial. That means you'll be stopping at weigh stations.

In WA I had to find a clerk who knew what she was doing.. and then it took almost an hour. I was thinking registration would be easy, and insurance hard. It was just the opposite.

Spend some time on the Escapees HDT Forum - do not need to be a member to participate.

Also lots of info on the Heavy Hauler RV Resource Guide

Do not know about Michigan specifically, but generally one can avoid the commercial aspect by registering as an RV. Our Volvo for example is registered as a motor home in IL.

Many states also have non-CDL operators licenses based on weight. I carry an IL non-CDL class A which states: "All single and combination vehicles except cycles"

you need to contact your DOT and ask. Most states have special rules on PRIVATELY owned not for hire vehicles. In AZ my F350 has to run commercial plates but that is due to weight. Normal DL and veh insurance.

Calif and a few others may have rules due to other factors, but only your DOT will know for sure.