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Florida fuel permit for a pickup pulling a trailer

Does a Two-Axle Truck Pulling a Trailer Need a Florida Fuel Permit?

Under Florida Statutes 207.002(11), a truck and trailer over 26,000 pounds combined is a qualified motor vehicle. Learn when you need a Florida Fuel Permit.

Oct. 27, 2026, 7:34 a.m.

Florida Oversize Permit load stopped by officer

What Happens If You Violate a Special Condition on Your Florida Oversize Permit?

Under Florida law, violating a special condition makes your Florida Oversize Permit null and void for that vehicle. Learn the fines, the most common violations, and how to keep every move in compliance.

Oct. 26, 2026, 9:34 a.m.

Florida Trip Permit not needed for an owner driving an empty truck to a Florida repair shop

Driving a Truck to Florida for Repairs or to Pick Up a New One: When You Don't Need a Florida Trip Permit

Florida law exempts out-of-state trucks entering solely for repairs or to pick up a newly purchased truck if the owner drives and no load is hauled. Learn the four conditions, examples, and when a Florida Trip Permit is still required.

Oct. 25, 2026, 12:06 p.m.

Florida Fuel Permit and fuel tax paid at a Florida truck stop diesel pump

Does a Florida Fuel Permit Cover the Fuel Tax You Pay at the Pump?

Florida law says the temporary fuel-use permit exempts the Chapter 207 motor fuel use tax but not the Chapter 206 tax paid at the pump. Learn how the two taxes differ, how it works on a real trip, and when IFTA makes more sense.

Oct. 24, 2026, 8:41 p.m.

Excavator being disassembled for a Florida oversize permit load

Can Your Load Be Broken Down? How FDOT Decides Whether a Load Qualifies for an Oversize Permit

How FDOT reviews whether a load can be reasonably dismantled, the other permit criteria it weighs, and the smallest-size rule for override permits.

Oct. 23, 2026, 11:24 p.m.