EFFECTIVEWashingtonJan 1, 2026✓ Human reviewed

Washington raised the new-tire retail fee from $1 to $5

Washington Department of Revenue says that beginning January 1, 2026, sellers must collect a $5 fee on each new vehicle tire sold, up from $1. The amount a seller may retain increased to $0.25 per tire; the remainder is reported and paid to the state.

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What to check

If your shop sells new vehicle tires in Washington, make sure point-of-sale and invoice systems collect the $5 tire fee, retain only the allowed $0.25 per tire, and report the remaining amount under the state Tire Fee classification.

Official evidence

Source and verification

Verified
Sep 20, 2026
Applies to
Tire shop, General mechanical, Mixed services, Dealership fixed ops
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