Truck bypassing a weigh station

Using preclearance devices? Make sure they’re assigned to the correct truck

Does your company use preclearance services to bypass Oregon weigh stations? Whether your drivers use a transponder or a mobile application on a phone or tablet, these services help improve efficiency by saving time and fuel.

However, if a transponder or mobile application is associated with the wrong power unit, it can result in roadside citations, unnecessary audits and assessments for unreported Oregon weight-mile tax.

Oregon receives preclearance bypass records from participating service providers to help verify reported travel. If a transponder is moved from one truck to another without updating its assignment, or if a driver uses a mobile application with the wrong power unit selected, inaccurate bypass records may be created. These false records can appear to show travel by a truck that was not actually in Oregon.

To help prevent incorrect bypass records:

• Ensure your preclearance transponder or mobile application is properly registered with the service provider and contains the correct license plate, Vehicle Identification Number, unit number and USDOT number.
• Update transponder assignments on Trucking Online under the Green Light Transponder menu whenever a transponder is moved between power units.
• If using a mobile application, verify the correct power unit is selected before each trip.
• Regularly review Safety > Query OSCAR on Trucking Online to identify and correct discrepancies before they become compliance issues.

A few minutes spent verifying your preclearance information can help prevent inaccurate Oregon mileage records, reduce the risk of citations and audits, and avoid unnecessary tax assessments.

For more information about ODOT's Green Light Preclearance Program, call 503-378-6054 or email CCDGreenlight@odot.oregon.gov.

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