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Form 2290 must be filed the month after a taxable vehicle is first used on public highways during the current period. The current period begins July 1 and ends June 30 of the following year.

The 2290 form must be filed by the last day of the month following the first month of use. The filing rules apply whether you are paying the tax or reporting suspension of the tax.

Annual filings of IRS Form 2290 are typically completed from July 1 through August 31.

A new filing year for the heavy vehicle use tax (HVUT) is upon us, and this year's due date, August 31, is approaching quickly.

You're subject to the tax if:

• You're registering a vehicle in your name;
• The vehicle has a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more; and
• You're using the vehicle on a public roadway.

The HVUT isn't overly complex, but there are still requirements surrounding this tax that can get you into trouble if you're not careful.

We've compiled our top 10 filing tips to help you ensure you're filing correctly and following the rules:

1. Make sure you have an EIN
2. File on time to avoid accrued penalties and interest, as well as potentially not being able to register your vehicles
3. Check your work to avoid having to file amended or corrected returns in the future
4. E-file to help reduce errors and receive your proof of tax payment virtually immediately
5. Use a trustworthy firm to help you file
6. Suspend the tax if you can
7. Be sure to claim your credits or refunds
8. Know when you might need to file again
9. Know your options for payment
10. Keep proper records