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New Mexico Entry Requirements for Kentucky Based Motor Carriers

Clear guide to New Mexico entry requirements for Kentucky-based motor carriers operating interstate routes — what you must have and do before entering and traveling through New Mexico.

Dec. 25, 2025, 4 p.m.

What Is Unified Carrier Registration UCR and How It Works in New Mexico

Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) is a federally mandated registration program that applies to certain transportation businesses operating in interstate commerce. If your trucking company is based in New Mexico or operates across state lines through New Mexico, UCR compliance is required. This guide explains what UCR is, who must register, how it works in New Mexico, and why it matters.

Dec. 24, 2025, 5:27 p.m.

New Mexico Weight Distance Tax vs Oregon Weight Mile Tax-Key Differences Explained

Both New Mexico (NM) and Oregon (OR) impose special highway taxes on heavy trucks based on weight and miles traveled, but the structure, reporting, and interaction with fuel taxes differ in important ways. Here’s a clear, side-by-side explanation to help carriers stay compliant and plan costs.

Dec. 23, 2025, 3:25 p.m.

New Mexico DOT Trucking Permit Overview

Trucking permits in New Mexico are issued and enforced by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) (often in coordination with the Motor Transportation Police and Ports of Entry). These permits allow commercial vehicles, especially those with oversize or overweight loads, to legally operate on state highways and through checkpoints.

Dec. 21, 2025, 6:28 p.m.

Permit Requirements for Interstate vs Intrastate Carriers

Interstate vs. Intrastate Carriers: What’s the Difference? Interstate carriers Operate across state lines or transport freight for hire that crosses state borders. Must comply with federal and state-level regulations designed for multi-state operations. Intrastate carriers Operate only within New Mexico. Must meet state-specific requirements but are generally exempt from some federal interstate registrations.

Dec. 20, 2025, 5:03 p.m.

Difference Between New Mexico Trip Permits and Fuel Permits

New Mexico requires different permits depending on whether a truck needs temporary registration or temporary fuel tax compliance. Understanding the difference between a Trip Permit and a Fuel Permit helps carriers stay legal and avoid costly penalties.

Dec. 19, 2025, 5:24 p.m.

New Mexico permit fees and payment methods

Keep in mind that fees and methods vary depending on the specific type of permit building environmental transportation county city etc and this covers common statelevel frameworks and examples from major localities

Dec. 18, 2025, 3:33 p.m.

Do You Need a New Mexico Fuel Permit Without IFTA?

Yes — if you do not have an IFTA license and decal, you typically must get a temporary fuel permit (often called a “fuel trip permit”) before operating in New Mexico.

Dec. 17, 2025, 7:53 p.m.

Weight-Distance Tax (WDT) Explained for New Mexico Truckers

The New Mexico Weight-Distance Tax (WDT) is a road-use tax charged to heavy commercial vehicles operating on New Mexico highways. Instead of relying only on fuel taxes, New Mexico taxes trucks based on how heavy they are and how many miles they drive in the state.

Dec. 16, 2025, 4:01 p.m.