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Requirements for trip and fuel permits in New Mexico

Here are the key requirements for trip permits and fuel permits in New Mexico, along with what carriers should watch out for:

Nov. 4, 2025, 6:55 p.m.

New Mexico Temporary Registration Permits for Commercial Vehicles

Here’s a clear breakdown of Temporary Registration Permits for Commercial Vehicles in New Mexico, covering what they are, when you need them, how to get them, and important tips.

Nov. 3, 2025, 4:33 p.m.

Who Needs a New Mexico Trip Permit and When

Here’s a breakdown of when and for whom a trip permit is needed in New Mexico — useful for carriers, drivers and fleet managers.

Nov. 2, 2025, 5:05 p.m.

New Mexico fuel permits and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) rules

Here’s a detailed guide to fuel permits and the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) rules in New Mexico, focused on requirements for carriers, filing, penalties and related permits:

Nov. 1, 2025, 6:35 p.m.

How to Apply for a New Mexico Trip Permit

A New Mexico Trip Permit allows out-of-state commercial vehicles to legally operate within the state without obtaining permanent registration or IFTA credentials. The permit ensures compliance with New Mexico’s road use, tax, and safety regulations while simplifying short-term operations for interstate truckers. Whether you’re hauling freight across the I-40 corridor or making a one-time delivery in Albuquerque, understanding how to apply for and manage a New Mexico Trip Permit is essential.

Oct. 31, 2025, 7:56 p.m.

Single Trip vs Annual Trucking Permits in New Mexico

In New Mexico, trucking permits are issued to regulate the movement of vehicles that exceed legal size or weight limits. The Motor Transportation Police Division (MTPD) and the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) oversee these permits to ensure road safety, infrastructure protection, and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Oct. 30, 2025, 1:22 p.m.

Permits and oversize overweight load requirements in New Mexico

Here’s a detailed overview of oversize/overweight (OS/OW) permit requirements in New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) and under the laws of the State of New Mexico — useful if you’re hauling heavy or wide loads in New Mexico.

Oct. 29, 2025, 5:04 p.m.

Seasonal trucking demand from agricultural harvests (chile, pecans, dairy)

Trucking is the lifeline of New Mexico’s agricultural economy. Each year, harvest cycles for chile, pecans, and dairy products create intense seasonal surges in freight demand — requiring specialized vehicles, careful timing, and coordination across farms, processors, and distributors.

Oct. 28, 2025, 1:18 p.m.

Weight limits, axle load rules, bridge formula in New Mexico trucking

Here’s a detailed overview of the key weight-limit, axle‐load and bridge formula (“group of axles”) rules for trucking in New Mexico, with citations and practical tips.

Oct. 27, 2025, 12:56 p.m.