Vehicle Manufacturer

A Vehicle Manufacturer endorsement is required for businesses that:

• Manufacture or assemble new vehicles.
• Remanufacture used vehicles for transfer to dealerships in Washington for resale.
• Vehicle factory branches, representatives, or distributors.

Licensing requirements and additional supporting documents

• Business License Application (PDF).
• Vehicle Dealer/Manufacturer Addendum (PDF).
• Vehicle, Vessel, Vehicle Manufacturer, Registered Tow Truck Operator, or Wrecker Bond (PDF) (if you produce manufactured homes or travel trailers, including fifth wheel trailers).
• A bond in one of the following amounts:
  • $40,000 if you manufacture manufactured homes only.
  • $20,000 if you manufacture travel trailers (including fifth wheel trailers) only.

See also:

• Vehicle Dealer and Manufacturer Manual.
• Dealer Checklist (PDF).

If you are only manufacturing other types of vehicles (e.g. cars or trucks), you do not need a vehicle manufacturer bond.

Bonds are available through many insurance companies. We recommend you research the cost of your bond before you apply for an endorsement.