Oregon Trucking Permit Videos | Tutorials & Guides

Watch our comprehensive video tutorials on obtaining Oregon trucking permits. Learn about oversize/overweight permits, trip permits, fuel permits, and more. Step-by-step guides to help you navigate the permitting process quickly and efficiently. Perfect for owner-operators, fleet managers, and trucking companies operating in Oregon.

Oregon Oversize And Overweight Permit Requirements for Commercial Trucks

Commercial trucks operating in Oregon must comply with state size and weight regulations established by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). If a truck or load exceeds legal dimensions or weight limits, carriers must obtain an oversize or overweight permit before entering or traveling within the state.

May 12, 2026, 8:24 p.m.

Do I need to report IFTA miles for Oregon, if I report Oregon Weight Mile Tax?

The key difference IFTA (International Fuel Tax Agreement) is a fuel tax reporting system used by most U.S. states and Canadian provinces. Oregon Weight Mile Tax (WMT) is not a fuel tax — it’s a distance/weight-based tax charged instead of a fuel tax.

May 6, 2026, 7:27 p.m.

How Oregon Allows Divisible Loads Up to 105,500 lbs

Oregon is one of the few states that permits divisible loads (loads that can normally be broken down) to exceed the standard 80,000 lb federal limit—up to 105,500 lbs—through its Extended Weight Annual Permit program.

April 30, 2026, 6:22 p.m.

How to Get a Temporary Trip Permit for Trucks in Oregon

Clear, step-by-step guide to getting a temporary trip permit for trucks in Oregon.

April 25, 2026, 6:12 p.m.

Oregon Mileage Reporting Requirements Explained

Operating commercial vehicles in Oregon comes with unique tax and reporting obligations, most notably the Weight-Mile Tax system. Unlike many other states that rely primarily on fuel taxes, Oregon requires carriers to report and pay taxes based on the number of miles traveled within the state.

April 16, 2026, 5:03 p.m.

Who needs an annual towing permit in Oregon

In Oregon, an annual towing/trucking permit is typically required for operators who regularly move oversize or overweight vehicles or loads on public roads throughout the year.

March 28, 2026, 7:25 p.m.

Oregon 10-Day Trip Permit vs Weight Mile Tax Permit: Key Differences

Operating a commercial vehicle in Oregon requires compliance with state-specific tax and permit rules. Two of the most common options are the 10-Day Trip Permit and the Weight Mile Tax Permit. While both allow legal operation, they serve very different purposes.

March 17, 2026, 6:42 p.m.

When a Highway Use Tax Bond Is Required in Oregon

A Highway Use Tax (HUT) surety bond is required in Oregon when certain commercial motor carriers register to pay the state’s highway use tax but choose to report and pay the tax periodically instead of prepaying it at the time of registration. This requirement ensures the state receives the tax payments owed for the use of public highways. The HUT program is administered by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) through its Motor Carrier Transportation Division.

March 11, 2026, 12:12 p.m.

How Extended Weight Permit Help Oregon Trucking Companies Haul Heavier Loads

In Oregon, trucking companies can obtain a special Extended Weight Permit that allows them to haul divisible loads up to 105,500 pounds gross vehicle weight (GVW) on approved routes. This permit is commonly used by carriers transporting heavy bulk commodities such as logs, agricultural products, construction materials, and other freight that can be divided into smaller loads. Here is a clear overview of this permit and how it works.

March 8, 2026, 9 a.m.