Oregon
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Kei trucks are street-legal and can be titled and registered for on-road use in Oregon as of June 2026.
Oregon allows kei trucks on all public roads. DEQ emissions testing is required in the Portland metro area and Rogue Valley.
Registration Status
Street Legal
Kei Vehicles can be driven on public roads.
Titleable
You can obtain a state title for a kei vehicle.
Registerable
Kei Vehicles can be registered with the state.
Inspection Required
No vehicle inspection is required.
Recent News & Politics
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- Aisle Be Damned: Dems and GOP Unite in Oregon in Bid to Legalize Kei Trucks
Streetsblog USA ·
Renewed 2026 bipartisan push kept the $63 fee and 65 mph cap, but the measure failed to clear its policy-committee deadline — Oregon keeps stalling on process, not opposition.
- Sen. Broadman Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Legalize On-Road Use of Lightweight Vehicles
Office of Sen. Anthony Broadman (Oregon Legislature) ·
Senate Bill 1213 introduced — bipartisan co-sponsors include both Republicans and Democrats. Sets $63 reg fee and bans use above 65 mph.
- Oregon bill would legalize 'kei trucks' on public roads
KPTV (Portland) ·
Local TV coverage of the bill rollout and its bipartisan backers.
- Bill to Legalize Kei Trucks in Oregon Takes New Direction
Crankshaft Culture ·
SB 1213 sponsors pulled the standalone bill and moved its language into HB 2025 — a faster-moving omnibus transportation bill.
Restrictions
- Must pass DEQ emissions testing in Portland metro and Medford areas
How to Register a kei vehicle in Oregon
- 1
Get insurance
Obtain liability insurance before visiting the DMV. See our insurance directory for companies that cover kei vehicles.
- 2
Gather your documents
Bring to the DMV:
- Bill of Lading (proof of shipment)
- Customs Entry Summary (CBP 7501)
- EPA Form 3520-1
- NHTSA/DOT Form HS-7
- Japanese Export Certificate
- Bill of Sale
- Proof of insurance
- 3
Visit the DMV and apply for title
Request a title application for an imported vehicle. The Japanese chassis number will serve as the VIN — clerks may need to enter it manually. If the clerk is unfamiliar with kei vehicles, ask to speak with a supervisor.
- 4
Pay fees and get plates
Pay titling fees, registration fees, and applicable sales tax. You'll receive a state title, registration card, and license plates.
For a detailed walkthrough, see our Title & Registration Guide.
Official Source
Visit your state's DMV/DOT website for the most current information on vehicle registration and titling.
Oregon DMV/DOTLast verified: 2026-06
Tips for Oregon
- Bring your import documents (bill of lading, customs entry, export certificate) to the DMV for titling.
- The Japanese chassis number will be used as the VIN — DMV clerks may need to enter it manually.
- No inspection is required, which simplifies the process.