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New York vs Kentucky Oversize Load Signs and Flags: What Changes at the State Line

Both states require 18-inch flags, but the signs differ. See how New York and Kentucky Oversize marking rules compare for signs, flags, lights, and escorts.

Nov. 9, 2026, 6:35 a.m.

New York Highway Use Tax for a truck at a Thruway toll plaza

Do Tolled New York State Thruway Miles Count Toward New York Highway Use Tax?

Toll-paid New York State Thruway miles are excluded from the New York Highway Use Tax. See which miles still count and the records that prove it.

Nov. 8, 2026, 7:12 p.m.

New York Trip Permit exempt motor home and box truck

Which Vehicles Are Exempt From a New York Trip Permit?

Learn which vehicles don't need a New York Trip Permit, including RVs, trailers, government and light trucks, and which trucks are often mistaken as exempt.

Nov. 7, 2026, 1:04 p.m.

New York Fuel Permit and NYHUT for a truck

New York Fuel Permit or NYHUT Certificate? Why Many Trucks Need Both

A New York Fuel Permit covers the fuel use tax, while NYHUT covers the highway use tax. Learn the weight rules for each and why one never replaces the other.

Nov. 6, 2026, 8:45 a.m.

New York Oversize Permit load with signs and lights

New York Oversize Load Signs, Flags, and Night Lights: What the Rules Require

New York requires front and rear warning signs, 18-inch fluorescent flags on staff, and amber and red lights at night. Learn the rules.

Nov. 3, 2026, 7:59 a.m.

New York Highway Use Tax for an empty truck

Laden vs. Unladen Miles: How NYHUT Taxes Empty Miles Differently

Under the New York Highway Use Tax gross weight method, empty miles use lower unladen rates based on unloaded weight. See how laden, unladen, and bobtail miles are taxed.

Nov. 1, 2026, 9:59 a.m.

New York Trip Permit for a three-axle truck

Three Axles, Under 26,000 lbs: Does Your Truck Still Need a New York Trip Permit?

Under New York's IRP rules, a truck with three or more axles is apportionable regardless of weight. Learn when a light three-axle truck needs a New York Trip Permit and what it covers.

Oct. 31, 2026, 8:59 a.m.