This law explains how Missouri figures out registration fees for different types of vehicles. For gas-powered vehicles, the fee is based on a math formula using the engine's cylinder size and number of cylinders. For electric vehicles (non-commercial), the horsepower is counted as being between 12 and 24. For most commercial trucks, the fee is based on the total weight of the vehicle plus its heaviest load. For wreckers and tow trucks, the fee is based on the empty weight of the truck with its equipment. The director of the department makes the final call on how vehicles are classified and what fees apply.
301.070. Computation of fees. — 1. In determining fees based on the horsepower of vehicles propelled by internal combustion engines, the horsepower shall be computed and upon the following formula established by the Automobile Chamber of Commerce: Square the of the cylinder in inches multiplied by the number of cylinders, divided by two and one-half.
2. The horsepower of all motor vehicles propelled by steam may be accepted as rated by the manufacturers thereof, or may be determined in accordance with regulations by the .
3. The horsepower of all motor vehicles, except commercial motor vehicles, propelled by electric power, shall be rated as being between twelve and twenty-four horsepower.
4. Fees of commercial motor vehicles, other than passenger-carrying commercial motor vehicles, shall be based on the of the vehicle or any combination of vehicles and the maximum load to be carried at any one time during the , except the fee for a , tow truck, or used in a towing shall be based on the empty weight of such vehicle fully equipped for the recovery or towing of vehicles.
5. The decision of the director as to the type of motor vehicles and their for the purpose of and the computation of fees therefor shall be and .
(RSMo 1939 § 8370, A.L. 1943 p. 663, A.L. 1951 p. 695, A.L. 1992 H.B. 1794)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 7763; 1919 § 7559
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