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The maximum gross weight for any vehicle fueled primarily by natural gas or electric battery power may exceed the state’s gross weight limit by the difference between the weight of the natural gas fueling tank and fueling system and the weight of a comparable diesel fueling tank and fueling system, up to 2,000 pounds per vehicle.
The maximum gross weight limit and axle weight limit for any vehicle or combination of vehicles equipped with idle reduction technology may exceed the state’s gross weight limit by up to 550 pounds per vehicle to compensate for the additional weight of the idle reduction technology.
(Reference Nebraska Revised Statutes 60-6,294)
In addition to standard registration fees, AFV owners must pay a registration fee of $150 and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle owners must pay an annual fee of $75. An AFV is defined as a vehicle that operates on electricity, solar power, or any other source of energy not otherwise taxed under the state motor fuel tax laws. Compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, and propane are not subject to this requirement.
(Reference Legislative Bill 1317, 2024 and Nebraska Revised Statutes 60-306 and 60-3,191)
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