Do I need to drive the car to get the green book?

[VanGrant]

You do not need to drive the car to get the green book. Introduction to the Vehicle Registration Certificate: The "Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate" is a necessary property ownership document for the vehicle, kept by the vehicle owner and not carried with the vehicle. It is required for any vehicle registration procedures such as transfer or change of ownership, and records relevant information about the vehicle, equivalent to the vehicle's household registration. Conditions for Applying for the Vehicle Registration Certificate: The owner of the motor vehicle may authorize an agent to apply for various motor vehicle registrations and services, except for applying for a replacement of the motor vehicle registration certificate. For vehicle owners who cannot apply in person due to reasons such as death, overseas travel, serious illness, disability, or force majeure, an agent may be authorized to apply on their behalf with relevant proof.

[AlexandraDella]

I just dealt with this matter and would like to share my experience. At that time, I went to the DMV to pick up the green title. Since I obtained the certificate right after completing the transfer procedures, the DMV staff told me that driving the car there wasn't necessary for simply collecting the certificate—just parking it in the lot would suffice. However, if you're registering a new vehicle or transferring ownership, they require an on-site inspection, which means you must indeed drive the car in for verification. I drove there myself mainly for convenience, so I could test-drive or address any issues on the spot if needed. Later, I learned that if the certificate is mailed or collected by an agent, the car doesn't need to be moved at all. For instance, my friend once delegated the task to an intermediary to fetch the green title, saving a lot of hassle. In summary, the key is to check the DMV's requirements: routine certificate collection usually doesn't require the car, but for vehicle registration processes, it's best to bring it along to ensure smooth proceedings. This approach helped me avoid unnecessary trips and saved on fuel costs.

[SanAvery]

From my perspective, whether you need to drive the car depends on the specific situation. If you're just picking up the certificate, there's no need to bring the car at all; but if it involves vehicle transfer or new car registration, the DMV usually requires an on-site inspection, which naturally means you'll have to drive the car there. I've handled quite a few similar cases, like the last time I helped a neighbor pick up his certificate - his car was in the shop for repairs, so I handled it for him without any issues. Generally, the DMV has clear procedures: just bring your ID and documents to collect the certificate. The key is to inquire in advance to avoid unnecessary delays.

[OLyla]

As a family man, I find this quite straightforward. You don't need to drive the car to get the green book - just leave it parked in the garage and go directly to the DMV. Last time I collected it for my wife while she stayed home with the kids, and everything went smoothly. However, if the car is in registration period or has modifications that might require inspection, it's safer to drive it there. For routine certificate collection, mornings are best with fewer people - quick in and out. Overall, you can manage without the car, but bringing it adds an extra layer of assurance without causing any trouble.