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As of May 2026, the standard Texas license plate is the "Texas Classic," a white aluminum plate with black lettering, featuring a Texas star in the upper left corner and a small state silhouette within the plate number. It displays "The Lone Star State" slogan and utilizes a seven-character format (ABC-1234) for increased security.

Key Features of Current Texas License Plates:

Design ("Texas Classic"): White background with black text for high visibility.

Security: Features two high-visibility security threads embedded in the sheeting.

Characters: Uses a 7-character, 3-letter, 4-number format (e.g., ABC-1234).

Graphics: Includes a Texas star (top left) and a Texas shape (center).

Slogan: "The Lone Star State".

Important 2025/2026 Updates:

No More Paper Tags: As of July 1, 2025, Texas replaced paper temporary tags with metal license plates at the time of purchase, including specific colors for dealer, provisional, and out-of-state buyers.

Front License Plates: Under Texas Transportation Code ยง 504.943, both front and rear license plates are required, despite recurring efforts to change this.

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