Traveling nurses and frequent travelers can save big on vehicle registration with a Montana LLC, thanks to zero sales tax and fewer hassles. Instead of navigating state-specific requirements and inspections, Montana’s flexible LLC registration allows you to register vehicles fully online, skipping the DMV lines and high fees. From cost savings to avoiding smog checks and state inspections, this option makes managing vehicle registration easy—no matter where your work takes you.
If you have a financed vehicle and want to register it out of state, you have two main options: South Dakota or a Montana LLC (with your bank's permission). South Dakota offers a straightforward registration with no residency requirement and a low sales tax, making it accessible for financed vehicles. Alternatively, a Montana LLC can save you on sales tax entirely, but typically requires you to own the vehicle outright, or get explicit permission from your lender.
For decades, the EPA has shaped emissions standards to tackle the pollution created by diesel engines, which power everything from trucks to construction equipment. This article delves into the evolution of Tier 1 through Tier 4 standards, the Energy Policy Act's initiatives, and state-specific regulations like California’s CARB standards. Discover how to meet compliance, whether through retrofitting, cleaner technology, or alternative registration options like Montana LLCs, to help diesel vehicle owners work within these regulations while considering their impact on air quality and public health.
Understanding RV and trailer weights is crucial for safety and performance when towing. The Dirt Legal guide dives into essential weight categories like Unloaded Vehicle Weight (UVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), and Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). From ensuring your tow vehicle is adequately sized to managing tongue weight and using the right tires, this article offers practical insights for avoiding common towing mistakes. Stay within weight limits, avoid liability, and make sure your RV or trailer is legally registered with Dirt Legal to streamline your next adventure.
Selling a vehicle that's registered in a Montana LLC may seem complex, but it's actually a straightforward process. Whether you plan to sell the vehicle on its own or include the LLC in the transaction, there are several advantages to consider. From avoiding sales tax to making the transition easier for the buyer, a Montana LLC can streamline the sale. This article walks you through the steps, legal considerations, and best practices for successfully selling your vehicle, while also helping you decide whether to keep or transfer your LLC.
You’ve heard of Skoolies. And you’ve heard of toy haulers. But what happens when you cross streams? You get a Skoolie-toy hauler hybrid that has no name. Street legal? Yes. Awesome? Yes. But if you don’t change the registration to an RV, you might need a CDL. Ain’t nobody got time for that.
We feel like you’ve earned a break once you’ve spent over a hundred grand on one of the most collectible Audis on the planet.
Any motorcycle, electric car, hydrogen car, or solar car can register in Arizona on a five-year renewal cycle. The same is true for any vehicle from 1966 or older; most vehicles registered outside of Phoenix and Tucson, and most new vehicles that have never been registered anywhere.
California is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. But it is also one of the most difficult places to title and tag your vehicles. Can Dirt Legal’s services work for you? Let’s find out.
DId you know that the California DMV gets rid of digital registration records after a few years? You can be in a mess if you don’t have your last paper registration or title. Let’s take a look at this issue and how Dirt Legal might be able to help you out of a jam.
As an American, if you drive beyond Mexico’s Free Zones, you are officially importing a vehicle to Mexico temporarily. To receive an import permit, you must provide proof of vehicle ownership (preferably a title and/or registration) and pay a sizable deposit which will be refunded when the vehicle is returned to the United States before the permit expires.
Every year, several million Canadian citizens travel to the Southern borders of the U.S. In fact, lots of them stay for up to six months! But it isn’t always practical to drive that whole way from the outer reaches of Canada, so they might consider buying a car in the states. But what state is best to register in? Let’s take a look.
There are no tow trucks out in the field when the Army hits the dusty, muddy, or snowy trails. Luckily, their fleet is well equipped for the much. Army recovery vehicles are made to take the worst punishment, and you can buy them as surplus! But they are considered off-road. Let's see how you can tag one up for your worst trails!
The third certainty in life besides death and taxes is insurance. You’ve got to have it. Well, what kind of insurance do you need if you are registering you whip out of state? Especially if you are using a Montana LLC? Let’s find out!
The cool thing about making a military Light Medium Tactical Vehicle (LMTV) off-grid is that it will take you farther than you might even want to go. Look, tactical vehicles in the army (or any foreign army, for that matter) are designed from the ground up to take troops, supplies, cannons, missiles, food, fuel, and mail to the farthest ends of the earth.
Let’s find out how you can buy one, and what it takes to make it street-legal!
Suppose you have a vehicle registered under an LLC already. You’re considering another purchase, and you want o make it tax-free as well. What does it take to add it to an existing LLC? Let’s find out!
A few states impose vehicle use tax, or ad volorem tax, on their annual taxation schedule. Virginia is one of them and has one of the highest rates in the nation. If you are a resident of Virginia or planning to move there, expect to pay at least 4.05% in annual use tax. Unless, of course, you are tagged in Montana. And we can help!
LMTVs are ideal bugout rigs. There are challenges to getting them on the road, but once that’s done, the sky’s the limit. Making an LMTV street legal and bugging out might sound like a tough hill to climb, but it really isn’t. You’ve made it this far.
Have you ever thought about Overlanding? And if so, what do you think the best truck for the job is? Well, we happen to think surplus army trucks do a pretty good job! Check out why we think a 2 1/2-ton army truck might be the ultimate Overlanding rig.
Following in the footsteps of ultra-successful Uber, Lyft, Airbnb, Turo, and other platforms allows you to rent your cars and trucks. But you could be spending too much on your sales tax, registration, and state inspections. Find out how we can help you save big with your rental car or whole fleet!
There comes a time when you deal with cars a lot (especially older cars and trucks) that you are probably going to find a car where the actual mileage isn’t known. Let’s take a look at your options if this happens.
We all know the benefits of registering your vehicle under a Montana LLC, namely no sales tax. But what about when you live in the vehicle full-time (digital nomad) and use it for business as well? Can you still write it off under Section 179?
Let’s see what we can find out about that question!
You want to register your car or truck in Montana to save some dough on sales tax. We totally get it. But did you know that you can’t get an LLC in Montana with a financed vehicle? We’ll walk you through how this isn’t necessarily a deal breaker, even if your vehicle is financed.
The LMTV is the next vehicle in the evolution of all-terrain medium-duty utility trucks. Check out how to tag and register yours today!
The Montana Luxury Vehicle Fee is an $825 fee assessed for high-end luxury and exotic cars at the time of registration in Montana. This fee applies to vehicles valued at $150,000 or more at the time of registration.
