A truck owner or operator in California must ensure timely filing of Form 2290 to remain compliant with federal regulations and to avoid penalties. Form 2290, also known as the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax, is applied to vehicles whose gross vehicle weight exceeds 55,000 pounds and that have been used on public highways. The IRS has made the process of filing easier through e-filing options. You can e-file form 2290 through IRS Authorised e-file service provider here;
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However if you must have someone assist you then California has plenty of Taxpayer Assistance Center offices. Bakersfield, Camarillo, Carpinteria, Chico, El Centro, El Monte, Fresno, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Modesto, Oakland, Palm Springs, Sacramento, Salinas, San Bernardino, San Francisco, San Jose, San Marcos, Santa Ana, Santa Maria, Santa Rosa, Stockton, Van Nuys, Visalia, and Walnut Creek are the key cities which have TAC offices. Centers can assist you in form 2290, provide details about HVUT requirements, and answer any questions that you may have in filing. Whichever route you decide on-e-filing or visiting a TAC office, make sure to submit your Form 2290 early enough to keep your trucking businesses rolling smoothly along the roads of California.