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FET on lift axles
FET on lift axles can be confusing, particularly regarding whether or not to charge tax and identifying who pays Internal Revenue Service.
November 18, 2020
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FMVSS 202a/CMVSS 202: Head Restraints
In comparing light vehicles from the earlier part of the millennium to today, headrests are one of the more noticeable differences between vehicle interiors. It’s not only size and orientation of these seating safety...
October 19, 2020
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Locating chassis GCWR
In certain states, customers seeking GCWR on a commercial straight truck pulling a trailer incorrectly believe it’s noted on the vehicle certification label. NTEA members want to help these end users determine GCWR for...
September 14, 2020
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FET taxable resale of a trailer within six months of original purchase
Generally, subsequent sale of a chassis, body or tractor is not subject to FET if it was sold in a prior, taxable sale. However, there is an exception to this rule for trailers and semitrailers, which can be a source of...
September 14, 2020
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F/CMVSS 111: Mirrors and Rear Visibility Systems
Camera/monitor systems used to meet rear visibility requirements provide drivers with a 10-foot by 20-foot view of the area directly behind a vehicle. While some end user vehicle operations can temporarily obscure a rear...
August 14, 2020
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Federal Excise Tax (FET) on parts and accessories
NTEA fields questions on FET as related to parts and accessories rulings. As with most FET inquiries, solutions are vehicle-specific.
August 14, 2020
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Mud flaps
Many upfitter customers believe there are federal requirements on mud flaps for commercial vehicles. The misconception that mud flaps are part of motor carrier requirements has been around for a while.
July 15, 2020
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FMVSS 226: Ejection Mitigation
As of September 2018, vehicles upfitted with additional seating positions by final-stage manufacturers and alterers must ensure compliance with FMVSS 226: Ejection Mitigation. This applies to multistage manufactured...
July 15, 2020
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It’s annual inspection time for many fleets
All commercial vehicles are subject to annual inspections, regulated by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, for continued safe operation.
July 15, 2020
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FET on glider kits
Some upfitters have been asked by customers to refurbish a used truck using a complete glider kit. These upfitters have inquired about their FET responsibility in such situations.
June 16, 2020