The Complete History of the Presidential State Car

Provocative License Plates in 2013

In 2013, the state car received unique license plates that some likely viewed as provocative. They were the standard plates for Washington, D.C. and featured the words “Taxation without Representation.” This references the lack of reputation of the district in Congress. The change to these license plates was the result of the D.C. city council petitioning the Chief of State to use these plates. That council wanted the millions who watched Obama arrive at his second inauguration to see the plates, a goal which they achieved. Prior to this, the auto had used unique plates.