How does Permanent Trailer Identification (PTI) differ from standard registration?

Permanent Trailer Identification (PTI) differs from standard registration primarily in that PTI involves a one-time fee. This means that once you register your trailer under the PTI system by paying this fee, you do not have to go through the annual renewal process that is typically required for standard vehicle registrations.

Standard registration often necessitates annual fees and may require periodic inspections, whereas PTI is designed to simplify the process for trailers that may not be used frequently or for which owners would prefer not to deal with recurring charges. This one-time fee structure aims to encourage the use of trailers by reducing the ongoing financial commitment and administrative burden associated with standard vehicle registration.