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    Road User Charge

    As a result of a recent law change, PennDOT started collecting a Road User Charge fee for electric (EV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles on April 1, 2025. EV and PHEV owners will receive a notice by mail and must submit a check or money order to pay the fee within 30 days of the notice.

    Learn more about the Road User Charge

    Overview

    PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services administers the state's 12.1 million vehicle registrations and 10.1 million driver's licenses and IDs. It also oversees programs such as REAL ID, motorcycle safety, and vehicle emission inspections.

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    New license plates are coming!

    Pennsylvania is the birthplace of American democracy — and with all eyes on our Commonwealth as we prepare to host our country’s 250th birthday in 2026, our new license plates celebrate the best of what the Commonwealth has to offer. We can’t wait to see your plates on the road! 

    Plates are available for standard vehicles and trucks, including personalized plates. If you have a specialty plate (military, special fund, or organization plate), switching to the new plate will replace it with a standard plate. 

    Ordering starts May 20 — for those who signed up early.

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    Pennsylvania license plate with a graphic of the Liberty Bell and the text, “Pennsylvania” and “Let Freedom Ring.” The plate has a white background with large blue letters and numbers.

    Complete the interest form to order the new license plate starting May 20. The form will close at midnight on May 20. After that, those who have signed up will have the opportunity to purchase their plates in the order in which they signed up.

    REAL ID Enforcement Begins on May 7, 2025

    Learn more and get your REAL ID

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    Online Services

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    License Plates

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    PennDOT

    PennDOT supports and manages the commonwealth's vast transportation network, helping to enhance the quality of life in our communities and keep PA's economy moving.