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Industry services
Industry services-related pages
Agricultural vehicles
Covers state law about the use of agricultural vehicles on public roads, including the qualifying types of machinery, slow-moving vehicles, lighting rules, and standards that new farm equipment must meet.
Basic Driver Improvement Course (BDIC) sponsor
Explains the process for becoming an approved course sponsor offering the Basic Driver Improvement Course (BDIC). Includes eligibility to teach, the enrollment process, and the requirements for conducting online and classroom courses.
Businesses (record sales)
Provides information for businesses and individuals that need to access motor vehicle or driving records. Outlines the types of record sales programs available, setting up a record sales account, and how to access record information if you don’t have an account.
Driver education
Details the certification process for driver education providers and instructors, including the certificate classification(s) needed to conduct classes, required forms, and other provider and instructor resources.
Driver testing businesses and examiners
Outlines requirements for businesses and individuals who offer driver skills testing. Includes provider and examiner duties, testing requirements, fees, reporting procedures, and the grounds for administrative actions.
Electronic Lien and Title (ELT) program
Explains the ELT program, which lets financial institutions hold vehicle titles electronically. Covers who must enroll in ELT, how titles are managed, and benefits to lenders and dealers.
Industry information
Offers licensed businesses, such as vehicle dealers, rental fleets, and financial institutions, guidance on setting up and using e Services to process vehicle transactions electronically. Information is also provided about the administrative oversight required of MDOS according to state law.
International Registration Plan (IRP)
Describes apportioned registrations for commercial fleets operating in multiple jurisdictions. Includes details on fees, required documents, exemptions, and audits.
Mechanics
Outlines certification and annual renewal requirements for mechanics who repair or maintain vehicles. Covers categories of certification, fees, continuing education, and renewal requirements.
MI-REP sponsors and RiderCoaches
Describes how to become a Michigan Rider Education Program (MI-REP) sponsor or RiderCoach. Includes eligibility, training options, and MSF certification requirements.
Repair facilities
Explains the licensing, registration, and operating rules for vehicle repair facilities. Includes forms, annual renewal, record-keeping requirements, and facility compliance.
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)
Provides information about filing and managing commercial transactions, such as sales, negotiable instruments, bank deposits and collections, and investment securities. Filings and searches are conducted using the Uniform Commercial Code online system.
Vehicle dealers
Highlights the training, rules, regulations, licensing, and other requirements necessary to become a licensed vehicle dealer in Michigan.