In just a few weeks, vehicle registration renewals and property tax bills will hit. If you have a vehicle you no longer use, the last thing you want is to pay for another year of registration and taxes. Your neglected vehicle will continue to incur fees, and the DMV will hold you liable until you surrender the plates.
But don’t worry! Rides for Pride offers a hassle-free donation solution. By donating your vehicle now, you can skip the renewal headaches. Our team will handle the pickup and plate surrender, ensuring you won’t face any additional costs or liability after your vehicle is gone.
⏱Your timeline
Initiate Donation · Today
Visit the Rides for Pride donation page and fill out the form. This will secure your spot for a quick pickup and start the process to avoid those pesky renewal fees.
Schedule Pickup · Within 1-3 Business Days
Once your form is processed, you’ll receive a confirmation for a convenient pickup. Our team will come to you to collect your vehicle and all necessary documents.
Plate Surrender · During Pickup
Make sure to have your license plates ready for surrender. This step will release you from state liability immediately, so you won't face any renewal or associated fees.
Final Confirmation · Same Day
After the pickup, you will receive all necessary documentation confirming the donation and plate surrender to keep for your records—ensuring you’re completely off the hook.
Avoid Renewal Fees · Pre-Renewal Date
By donating now, you’re ensuring that you will not pay for a registration renewal on a vehicle you no longer use—freeing you to focus on more important things!
What happens if you delay
⚠ Ongoing Liability
If registration expires without surrendering the plates, you will continue to be liable for the vehicle. The DMV will attribute any violations to you until it is officially removed from your name.
⚠ Additional Fees
Failing to act now can lead to auto-renewal fees from the DMV. You'll be charged for a vehicle you no longer use, increasing unnecessary financial burden.
⚠ License Suspension
In Tennessee, having multiple lapsed vehicles can trigger a suspension of your driver’s license, further complicating your situation if you’re not proactive about the donation.
⚠ Property Tax Bills
You will still receive ad-valorem tax notices for the vehicle, creating yet another headache. Donating before registration renewal means avoiding these taxes altogether.
Have these ready before you submit
- Vehicle Title
- Keys
- Parking Access
- Proof of Insurance
- Identification
Memphis specifics
In Memphis, vehicle registration renewals typically occur annually or biennially, with notices sent out 2-3 weeks before the due date. The local DMV expects quick action for plate surrenders, generally within 10-30 days after the vehicle is no longer in use. Tow operators usually respond rapidly, ensuring that your donation process is seamless and efficient. Stay ahead of potential DMV complications by contacting Rides for Pride today.