KXAN

Vehicle registration expires in December? You’ll still need an inspection

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Most Texas vehicles won’t require a safety inspection in 2025. But if your registration expires in December, you’ll still need one. Answering your questions about Texas ending state ...
abc13

Texans won't need state inspections on non-commercial vehicles prior to their registration

Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, Texas vehicle owners will no longer be required to obtain a safety inspection prior to vehicle registration. House Bill 3297, passed during the 88th Legislature in 2023, ...

Driving with expired vehicle tags in Texas? See why it could cost you. How to settle ticket

Offenders may face fines of up to $200. Additionally, county tax assessor-collectors can impose a late fee when the ...
KENS

Changes coming to Texas vehicle inspections in less than 6 months

HOUSTON — Changes are coming for Texas drivers. In less than six months, drivers will not be required to have an annual car safety inspection. Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, non-commercial vehicles no longer ...
KENS

Texas is eliminating vehicle safety inspections in 2025. Many drivers still have questions about the changes

HOUSTON — Texas is eliminating vehicle safety inspections beginning next year, but you’ll still spend time at an auto shop to get a sticker. KHOU 11 News has gotten many questions about things like ...
WFAA8

Texas vehicle inspections are going away Jan. 1 -- except in these counties

DALLAS — Texas vehicle inspections are going away. Except not really. Starting Jan. 1, 2025, a new Texas law will mean vehicle inspections won't be required before registration. But the law won't ...
KXAN

Texas car dealerships will soon start issuing metal license plates when vehicles are sold

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texans who purchase a vehicle from a dealership will soon no longer have to go through extra steps to get their official, metal license plates. Starting next month, motor vehicle ...