Transportation 72 TRANSPORTATION One of the best things about driving in Hawaii is the beautiful scenery. However, the rules of the road are likely different than those in your previous state or country of residence. A Hawaii state law requires that all car passengers–including those in the back seat–wear a seat belt at all times. Another law bans all use of handheld electronic devices while driving, although drivers 18 and older may use hands-free devices. Visit Honolulu.gov/dts or Hidot.hawaii.gov for more details. RENTAL CARS When you move to Oahu, you will most likely need to rent a vehicle until you either purchase a car or your vehicle arrives on the island. To save money, make a reservation in advance. Otherwise, you may be stuck with a high-end vehicle exceeding your budget and needs. While you can’t deny the ease of renting a car at Daniel K. Inouye Honolulu International Airport (HNL), be sure to consider other non-airport options. With military specials, long-term rental availability and some 20 locations on Oahu, Budget (Budget.com) and Enterprise (Enterprise.com) are excellent options for military members needing a temporary vehicle. Visit websites to filter by Hawaii reservations and details. PICKING UP YOUR CAR International Auto Logistics (IAL) is the contractor for the Global Privately Owned Vehicles Contract (GPC) III. Visit PCSmyPOV.com to check shipping arrival status of your privately owned vehicle (POV). Under the website’s Locations tab, select Honolulu to find required documents. To stay current, contact IAL Customer Service at (808) 670-3095. Then visit 242 Forrest Avenue, Pier 1, Honolulu 96813. VEHICLE REGISTRATION Within 30 days of your privately owned vehicle’s (POV) arrival on the island, you must register with the Hawaii Department of Motor Vehicles at any Satellite City Hall. Visit www8.honolulu.gov/csd/satellite-cityhall for Satellite City Hall locations, hours of operation and licensing services offered at each. With proper access, you may also schedule an appointment online for registration at the Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) Satellite Motor Vehicle Registration Office. Open by appointment only, the office is located at 1239 Vickers Ave., Bldg. 1249, in the Hickam Main Exchange Complex. If living on post, you must also register at your base’s Pass and Registration office immediately after arriving. To obtain Hawaii license plates, present registration, title (if held), Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and additional documents. Since the VIN may need to be verified, trace it onto a piece of paper using a form from any Satellite City Hall or downloaded from the website. To complete vehicle registration, present proof of ownership, shipping documents, safety inspection proof and Non-Resident Certificate form (CS-L-MVR-50) signed by your commanding officer. Any car purchased in Hawaii that is being shipped out of state must be cleared for travel through a written release by the financial institution holding the lien.
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