One of the most important steps in owning a car is registering it with the government. Fortunately, there are many options for where you can go to get your registration done. In this article, we’ll outline the pros and cons of each option, so that you can make the best choice for your needs.
The Different Types of Car Registrations
There are a number of different types of car registrations you may need to take care of in order to legally operate a motor vehicle in the state you live in. Below, we’ll outline each type, and provide a list of resources for more information.
1. New Vehicle Registration: This is the registration you need when you buy or lease a new car. It covers the vehicle’s make, model, and registered owner. You can get this registration at the DMV, or by calling your state’s motor vehicle agency.
2. Transfer of Ownership: This is the registration you need when you sell your car. It covers the vehicle’s make, model, and registered owner. You can get this registration at the DMV or by calling your state’s motor vehicle agency.
3. Title & Registration: This is the registration that shows ownership of the car and its title. You can get this registration at the DMV or by calling your state’s motor vehicle agency.
4. Vehicle Inspection: In order to operate a car legally in most states, you must have it inspected before you drive it off the lot.
What to Bring to the Registration Process
When you go to register your car, there are a few things you’ll need to bring with you. Here’s a list of what to bring to the registration process:
-Your driver’s license or state ID card
-Proof of ownership (name on title, registration, proof of purchase)
-Proof of insurance (police report, copy of policy)
-Proof of emissions testing (vehicle inspection report, emission certificate)
-If the vehicle is registered in another state, you will also need to provide a copy of the registration from that state
-Vehicle registration fees
The Different Types of Vehicle Registrations
If you are new to the car registration process, there are a few different types of registrations you may need to get done.
The first is if your vehicle is currently registered in your name only. If you have a vehicle registered in your name and the title is in your name alone, you will need to go get the title transferred to your name and then register the vehicle in your name.
If you have a vehicle registered in your name and the title is in someone else’s name, like a spouse or child, you will need to go get the title transferred to your name and then register the vehicle in their name.
The second type of registration is if you are buying or leasing a car. In order to make sure that the registration process goes smoothly, it is important to have all of your paperwork ready before going to register the car. This includes having:
-The signed contract (if leasing)
-The payments made (if buying)
-Proof of insurance
-Your driver’s license
Once you have these items, you can head over to any DMV location and get started with registering your new car!
What to Do After You Register Your Vehicle
If you just bought a car, or if you’ve had your car for awhile and need to register it, there are a few places you can go.
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offers several ways to register your vehicle. You can go to a DMV office, online, or by phone.
You can also register your vehicle in person at a participating post office or commercial premises with the appropriate paperwork.
There are also some third-party registration companies that offer registration services. Some of these companies offer online registration as well.
Whatever way you choose to register your vehicle, make sure to bring the appropriate paperwork with you.
Conclusion
If you’re looking to get your car registered, there are a few places you can go. Most states have their own department of motor vehicles (DMV), though some may have partnering agencies with the DMV. If you live in a state without its own DMV, most counties have agents that work for the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Regardless of where you go, be sure to research the fees and regulations specific to your state or county before registering your car.