Tucson Newcomers Guide

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All You Need to Know

TRANSPORTATION

Auto Registration

If you reside in Arizona more than seven months in one calendar year, you must title and register your vehicle in Arizona. An emissions test (if required), certificate of title, and proof of insurance are necessary. Fees vary.

  • First get your emissions tested at one of the following locations:
    • 1301 S. Stocker Dr. (south of 22nd St., west of Sarnoff Dr.)
    • 3931 N. Business Center Dr. (north of Prince Rd., west of I-10)
    • 6661 S. Renaissance Dr. (Commerce Ct., south of Valencia Rd.)
    The phone number for all three is 800-284-7748.
  • After your car passes the emissions test, go to one of the five Motor Vehicle Division office locations:
    • 1360 S. Stocker Dr.
    • 3565 S. Broadmont Rd.
    • 7330 N. Shannon Rd.
    • Davis-Monthan AFB, Bldg. 4300 (military personnel only)
    • 601 N. La Cañada Dr., Ste. 102 (Green Valley)
    For the hours of these locations, phone 629-9808.

Drivers' Licenses

If you reside in Arizona more than seven months, you are required to get an Arizona driver's license. Permits and licenses may be obtained at the following locations:

  • 3565 S. Broadmont Dr.
  • 7330 N. Shannon Rd.
  • 1360 S. Stocker Dr.
  • 1211 Well Rd. (Ajo)
  • Davis-Monthan AFB, Bldg. 4300 (military personnel only)
  • 601 N. La Cañada Dr., Ste. 102 (Green Valley)
For general information, phone the Motor Vehicle Division at 629-9808, www.dot.state.az.us

Bicycle Commuting

A large number of Tucsonans have been riding their bikes to work for years—saving money and helping cut down on air pollution.

A network of bike paths, bike routes, bikeways, and special bus/bike lanes crisscrosses the city. The Tucson Bike Map, available from the Pima Association of Governments and bike shops all over town, features the best routes to ride in the city and several surrounding communities, along with information on local and state bicycle laws and safety tips. For more information:

City of Tucson, Alternate Modes 791-4372
Regional Bicycle Coordinator 791-4372 ext. 128
Pima Association of Governments Travel Reduction Program 792-1093
(recording) 547-7510

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