The DC Taxicab Commission is extending an opportunity to vehicle owners, companies, fleets or associations who failed to meet the deadline of June 20, 2013 and or have changed company/association affiliation or have changed vehicles to update their vehicle information. From July 22, 2013 through July 27, 2013, DCTC will accept submissions from those who have previously failed to submit or need to update their information.
Independent operators are required to directly submit or update vehicle information to the Commission via email to [email protected] in the required template ; all other vehicle owners are required to update their vehicle information with the company, fleet or association with which they are affiliated. It is the responsibility of the company, fleet or association to provide updated information about any vehicle owner that joins or leaves them.
The requirement to update vehicle information is due to the transition to the new Public Vehicle Identification Number (PVIN). The PVIN is a combination of one-letter and three-numbers that will be displayed on the new standardized dome light. All DC taxis are required to have the new standardized dome light installed by November 1, 2013.
The existing moratorium on registering new vehicles remains in effect and applies to all taxicabs, including associations, fleets, independents and companies. Equipment changes during this time will be handled on a case-by-case basis and will only be allowed where the registration, tags and insurance remain valid.
To ensure all active vehicles and owners receive a PVIN, all vehicle owners are required to update their information with the Commission. Complete the MS-Excel spreadsheet template posted below and submit via email to [email protected].
Please Note: Examples of how to complete the Excel form are included in the first three columns in the attachment below.
Where do I find out my PVIN?
You can go to any licensed meter shop to find out your PVIN
Who assigns the PVIN?
The Office of Taxicab issues and assigns a PVIN
Will my PVIN change if I join a different company or change vehicles?
It depends, the Office of Taxicabs will confirm your number when you file a one stop form for color/company affiliation. To ensure a smooth transition notify your current company and new company so they can both update their vehicle list with the commission. Then file a color/association change with DCTC.
Is the PVIN a medallion?
No
Who owns the PVIN?
The PVIN is not property as such there is no such thing as an owner. The PVIN is assigned to the registered owner of the vehicle based on a number of factors including the VIN, Tag Number, etc.
When can I use the PVIN?
Immediately when a MTS is installed. The PVIN will be programmed into the meter receipt as the official cab number.