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Oregon Oversize Permit fee for a parked oversize load that never moved

Is an Oregon Oversize Permit Fee Refundable If the Load Never Moves?

ODOT says oversize/overweight permit fees are not refundable, even if the permit is not used. Learn why loads get canceled and how to plan permit orders.

Oct. 22, 2026, 6:44 p.m.

Oregon Weight-Mile Tax Report changes on July 1, 2027

What Changes on Your Oregon Weight-Mile Tax Report on July 1, 2027?

Learn what HB 3991 changes on your Oregon Weight-Mile Tax Report starting July 1, 2027: 10 new rates, tax weight from your cab card, the spring 2027 weight amendment, temporary weight increases, flat fee changes, and reporting dates during the switch.

Oct. 21, 2026, 10:53 p.m.

Oregon officer checking an Oregon Trip Permit displayed in a semi truck window

What Is the Penalty for Not Displaying an Oregon Trip Permit Correctly?

Learn where Oregon law requires a trip permit to be displayed, when the rear window rule does not apply, the penalty for improper display, and how to avoid common mistakes.

Oct. 20, 2026, 10:26 p.m.

Truck driver checking his Oregon Temporary Weight-Mile Permit on his phone at an Oregon truck stop

Can You Buy an Oregon Temporary Weight-Mile Pass Before Your Trip Date?

Learn how far ahead you can buy an Oregon Temporary Weight-Mile Permit, how long the pass is valid, what it costs, how to order it, and how it is delivered.

Oct. 19, 2026, 9:18 p.m.

Oversize truck turning from an Oregon state highway onto a county road under an Oregon Oversize Permit

Adding County Roads or Portland City Streets to an Oregon Oversize Permit

A practical guide to adding county road and Portland city street authorization to an Oregon Oversize Permit, covering single-trip vs. annual permits, county fees, ORION updates, and common mistakes.

Oct. 18, 2026, 7:55 p.m.

Oregon Weight-Mile Tax Report filed for a truck with zero Oregon miles

Do You Have to File an Oregon Weight-Mile Tax Report If Your Truck Drove Zero Oregon Miles?

Learn why ODOT generally requires an Oregon Weight-Mile Tax Report even when your truck drove zero Oregon miles, when zero-mile reports are due, how to file them, and what to do if you are leaving Oregon for good.

Oct. 17, 2026, 10:43 a.m.

Oregon Trip Permit never used for a canceled trip

What Happens If an Oregon Trip Permit Is Never Used?

Learn how carriers should handle an Oregon trip permit that goes unused, what to ask about refunds or credits, why the permit cannot be saved for later, and how to plan a replacement for a rescheduled trip.

Oct. 16, 2026, 12:38 p.m.

What Happens When Your Truck Reaches Oregon's Temporary Weight-Mile Permit Limit?

Understand Oregon's temporary pass limits, when permanent account enrollment may be required, and how carriers can prepare for continued operations.

Oct. 14, 2026, 9:50 p.m.

What Happens If an Escort Vehicle Breaks Down During an Oregon Oversize Permit Trip?

Learn how trucking companies should respond to escort vehicle breakdowns during an Oregon oversize load trip, including safe stopping procedures, replacement escort coordination, and permit compliance checks.

Oct. 13, 2026, 10:51 p.m.