Automotive

SERVICE STATIONS
Fort Benning has gas stations at the Main Mall Post Exchange, Harmony Church, and Main PostDixie Road Shoppette/ Car Wash/ Gas Station/ Church's Chicken. The Mall Service Station also provides a variety of car maintenance and repair services to include tires, batteries, oil changes, and other minor repair jobs.
AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS
The Automotive Skills Center is located on Marchant Rd., Bldg. 111 (next to the Main Post Car Wash.) assistance. Watch the MWR Newsletter every month for the Automotive Skills Center's Coupon Special. For more information on call 545-2337
Motor Vehicles for Fort Benning
 
Information and Referral Services
Army - Army Community Service Center - Information & Referral
Kanopsky Avenue
Building 2624, Soldiers Plaza
Fort Benning, GA 31905
Phone 706-545-4043/7517
Phone (DSN) 312-835-4043
Fax 706-545-2545
Fax (DSN) 312-835-2545
Email
Website
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday and Sunday - closed
 

 
 
 
 


Registration & Licensing Requirements

Georgia State law requires you to have sufficient liability insurance and a valid driver’s license in order to operate a vehicle. The term “vehicle” generally includes automobiles, motorcycles, vans, trailers and boats regularly parked or garaged overnight. Further, your vehicle must be properly registered. Even though you are in the Military, you may be required to register your vehicle in-state and obtain an in-state license within a few months of moving. Access complete information on insurance, driver’s licensing, and where and how to register your vehicle by visiting the State Department of Motor Vehicles website.

State Laws

You and your passengers must always wear seatbelts while driving, you will be ticketed and issued heavy fines if seatbelts are not secured. State law requires that all children under 5 years of age and 57" in height be properly restrained in child seats.  Some states also require younger, smaller children to sit in the back seat.

Motorcycles and their operators are subject to special laws. If you own and operate a motorcycle, you must comply with those laws. Visit the State Department of Motor Vehicles website for more information.

Many States and local jurisdictions have strict laws about the use of cell phones and other digital devices while driving. Research these laws on the State Department of Motor Vehicles website. Tickets will be issued and fines assessed for violating these laws. Play it safe and always use a “hands free” device if you must use a cell phone or other PDA while driving. Hands-free devices must be used while operating a motor vehicle on ALL military installations worldwide.

Registering Vehicles on Base

Fort Benning is a restricted access post. You must have an ID sticker when entering the post. Individuals who need to register their automobiles or need a visitor pass may pick one up at the gate at the visitors' center/vehicle registration.

In order to obtain an ID sticker, you need to show your ID card, registration, proof of insurance, and a valid driver's license.

Base Regulations

Speed Limit -- The Speed Limit on-post is 30 MPH unless otherwise posted. 15MPH during Physical Training, 6-7:30 am Mon-Fri (10MPH whenever passing troops)

Seat Belts -- Georgia State Laws requires the wearing of seat belts. Children under the age of four years need to be restrained with approved child restraint devices at all times when a vehicle is operated.

Georgia Laws defines DUI as 0.08% blood alcohol content (lowest in the USA). Do not operate any vehicle or machinery after drinking alcoholic beverages. Alcohol will not be consumed while on duty.

Motorcycles -- Army Motorcycle Safety Course is required for post registration. Riders must wear motorcycle helmets with fastened chin strap and shatter-resistant eye protection. Leather boots or shoes and gloves are a requirement. Long shirts and jackets with highly visible reflective vest are required.

Bicycles -- All bike riders are required to wear a helmet.

For more information regarding rules and regulations at the Fort Benning military installation, please contact the Directorate of Public Safety, Bldg 215, 706-545-1133 or DSN 312-835-1133.

Registering Vehicles in Georgia

Non-resident military stationed in Georgia are not required to register their vehicles in Georgia as long as the vehicle displays valid license plates from their home state.

There are two counties within Fort Benning: Chattahoochee and Muscogee. If you live in McGraw Manor or Custer Terrace you may register at the office in Uptown Columbus (Muscogee County). All other housing areas including Kelly Hill will need to register in Cusseta (Chattahoochee County).

When registering your vehicle you will need:
  • a military ID
  • title or manufacturer's certificate of origin
  • proof vehicle is covered with GA liability insurance
  • odometer reading
  • date of purchase
  • date of birth of the first person named on title
  • tag fee of $38 (cash or money order)

If there is more than one owner, all parties must be present, or have a power of attorney to sign title application.

For a leased vehicle, the original power of attorney from the leasing company is needed.

To renew your registration you can get an ad valorem exemption tax form from the JAG office to avoid extra costs.

USAREUR registrations are only valid for 30 days upon return from overseas. In the case of USAREUR registrations we issue a temporary decal that is go

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To contact us:
Chip Chappell
PO Box 28
Cusseta GA 31805-0028
706-989-3874