Florida Car Registration

[Pages:27]Florida Car Registration

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Bonus

Features

Congratulations on your 60-day Roadside Assistance membership

When out on the road, you will know that you are covered and protected by an organization that cares about the safety of you and your family. Our customer service representatives respond quickly to provide you the best service and protection available anywhere.

24-Hour Emergency Roadside Assistance Benefits Customers are covered for emergency road service throughout the U.S. and Canada.

24-Hour Towing Service Customers are entitled to emergency towing service at no out-of-pocket cost for any tow up to 75 dollars. One service per seven days, two services per contract. Extended distance will be an additional expense covered by the customer.

24-Hour Mechanical First Aid Customers are entitled to any service requiring minor adjustments (exclusive of parts) to enable a disabled vehicle to proceed under its own power, where available.

24-Hour Tire Change Service Customers may have their tire changed with their inflated and functional spare tire.

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24-Hour Emergency Delivery A service truck will deliver emergency supplies of gasoline, water, oil or other necessary supplies. Customers pay only for the cost of the supplies.

24-Hour Emergency Battery Service Customers are covered for battery boosts and minor adjustments to alternators, starters, etc. while on the road.

24-Hour Lost Key Service If keys are locked inside a customer's vehicle, the customer will be assisted in gaining entry to the vehicle's passenger compartment only. Locksmith services may be dispatched as needed at the customer's expense for labor and key making.

Rental Car Discounts Customers are entitled to take advantage of our rental car discount codes and pre-negotiated group rates, which are honored at thousands of locations throughout the U.S. and abroad.

Map Routing Service We will, at no charge, provide customers with a four-color mapping and travel route information to destinations they specify.

Theft And Hit & Run Protection A $500 reward is offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone responsible for Hit & Run damages or stealing customers' vehicles. Whenever you travel, you will like the secure and confident feeling of knowing that you are protected by NSD's Roadside Assistance. Fast response and excellent service are just two reasons why millions of motorists rely on NSD's Roadside Assistance for on-the-road protection.

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Keeping You Safe Mile After Mile

Once your purchase is processed, you will receive an email with the information you need to start your 60-day Roadside Assistance membership.

CONGRATULATIONS! Redeem Your $25 Gas Card Online

Follow the link in your confirmation email to start redeeming your $25 Gas Coupon. *PLEASE SAVE ALL THE INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS. You will use your log in information throughout the course of your complimentary gas membership.

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Table Of

Contents

Vehicle Registration 6

Minimum Insurance Requirements 7

Registering Your Vehicle 9

Renewing Your Vehicle Registration 14

Replacing Your Vehicle Registration 16

Updating Your Vehicle Registration 18

License Plates 20

Vehicle Safety Tips 22

DMV Hours and Locations 26

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Vehicle

Registration

Getting a vehicle is always an exciting adventure. It does not matter if it is your first car or if you have already purchased many vehicles in the past; making the decision to obtain a car is a big step and it must be taken carefully to avoid any inconveniences.

Whenever you purchase a car, whether it is new or used, you must register it for legal operation in Florida. You must also keep the registration current by renewing it regularly. When you change your residential address, you will have to follow the procedure to update your registration. The entire process looks very complicated, but it does not have to be. The Road Advisors will guide you in each step of your path towards registering your vehicle. You will also learn how to transfer your registration from another state as well as when you are out of state. The Road Advisors will help you get ready with all the documents and forms you need to register your car. Just sit back and relax while we guide you towards getting your vehicle registration. Page 6 | Car-

Minimum Insurance

Requirements

In Florida, there is a no-fault insurance law, which means if you ever get in an accident, your insurance will cover your losses regardless of who caused the incident.

Before you register your car, you will need to have proper insurance on it and maintain coverage throughout the entire registration period. You will have to contact an insurance company licensed in Florida. Licensed insurance companies report to the FLHSMV whenever you purchase or renew your insurance. They also report if your insurance is expired or if it has been suspended or cancelled for any reason. However, you will still need to keep proof of your vehicle insurance with you every time you drive it in case a police officer asks you for it. Page 7 | Car-

There are two types of coverage that you will require when registering your vehicle in Florida:

Personal Injury Protection (PIP)

You must carry a minimum of $10,000 Personal Injury Protection insurance. PIP insurance is an extension to your regular car insurance that covers medical expenses and other damages.

Property Damage Liability (PDL)

You are also required to have a minimum $10,000 Property Damage Liability. This coverage helps you pay for the damages that you may cause to other people's property because of a car accident.

These minimum requirements must be met before you register your vehicle as well as during the entire registration period. If your insurance gets cancelled for any reason, the FLHSMV will send you a notice asking you to provide proof of Florida insurance. If you do not present your insurance information during the term stated in the notice, your registration will be suspended and you will not be allowed to legally drive in Florida. If you get your registration suspended for not meeting the state insurance requirements, you will need to have it reinstated. To do this you have to buy insurance and provide valid proof of your coverage. You also have to pay reinstatement fees based on the number of times you have been suspended for not having insurance.

First Offense $150

Second Offense within three years $250 Subsequent offenses $500 Page 8 | Car-

It is always important to keep your insurance information current with the DHSMV as well as your mailing address since the FLHSMV will send you important notices by mail. To update your insurance information you may use the online system, call (850) 617- 2000, respond to the letter you received by mail or go in person to a FLHSMV office.

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