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Washington Fuel Permit with corrected dates on a truck dispatcher desk

Can You Correct the Dates on a Washington Fuel Permit? Why Alterations Are a Gross Misdemeanor

Correcting the dates, plate, or VIN on a Washington Fuel Permit makes it invalid and is a gross misdemeanor. See the rule, the penalties, and how to fix errors.

Oct. 24, 2026, 4:36 p.m.

Washington Trip Permit refund for a parked semi truck whose trip was canceled

Is a Washington Trip Permit Refundable If You Don't Use It?

Washington law bars exchanges, credits, and refunds on trip permits and special fuel trip permits. Learn the rule, common errors that void permits, and tips.

Oct. 23, 2026, 9:34 p.m.

Washington Oversize Permit fee for a heavy haul load over 100,000 pounds

How to Calculate a Washington Oversize Permit Fee for Loads Over 100,000 Pounds

Washington charges overweight permit fees per mile based on excess weight. See the RCW 46.44.0941 table, the over-100,000-pound rule, and step-by-step examples.

Oct. 22, 2026, 5:29 p.m.

Washington Fuel Permit blocked by unpaid fuel tax balance on carrier office desk

Can a Carrier That Owes Washington Fuel Taxes Still Get a Washington Fuel Permit?

A clear guide to what RCW 82.38.100 says about issuing special fuel trip permits to carriers who owe fuel taxes, penalties, or interest, or whose license was revoked for cause, and how to resolve your account first.

Oct. 21, 2026, 9:32 p.m.

Trucking office desk with a laptop and an out-of-service permit document for a Washington carrier

Can a Carrier With an Out-of-Service USDOT Number Use a Washington Trip Permit?

A clear guide to Washington's ban on using trip permits for carriers whose USDOT number is out of service, the penalties, what out-of-service means, and how to resolve it.

Oct. 20, 2026, 10:05 p.m.

Semi truck hauling an oversize excavator on a Washington highway with an Oversize Load banner

When Does a Load Become Oversize in Washington? Width, Height, and Length Triggers Explained

A clear guide to Washington's legal size limits, including 8'6" width, 14' height, 53' semitrailer length, and overhang rules, plus how to tell when your load needs a Washington Oversize Permit.

Oct. 19, 2026, 6:51 p.m.

Gasoline-powered truck at a Washington fuel pump next to a diesel truck with a Washington Fuel Permit

Does a Washington Fuel Permit Cover Gasoline-Powered Trucks?

A practical guide explaining which fuels the Washington temporary fuel use permit covers, why gasoline trucks are treated differently, which vehicles qualify, and when IFTA licensees are exempt.

Oct. 18, 2026, 5:40 p.m.

Washington Trip Permit while IRP application is pending

Can a Washington Trip Permit Be Used While an IRP Application Is Pending?

Learn how carriers can keep trucks legally running in Washington while waiting for IRP apportioned plates, when a trip permit fills the gap, and what to check before each trip.

Oct. 17, 2026, 9:34 a.m.

Can a Washington Oversize Permit Be Used for Travel on Washington State Ferries?

Understand how Washington State Ferries handles oversized and overweight commercial vehicles, when additional approval is required, and what carriers should check before boarding.

Oct. 15, 2026, 6:30 p.m.