Sales Tax Update: Why We’re Now Collecting It and How It Actually Makes Things Easier for You

Whether you’re new to the Tuttio Ebikes community or one of our long-time returning customers, we want to sincerely thank you for your trust and continued support.

You may have noticed that your recent orders now include sales tax, whereas previously they did not. We understand this might come as a surprise, so we’d like to explain clearly why this change happened and how having Tuttio collect sales tax actually makes your shopping experience simpler, smoother, and fully compliant.

1. Why Are We Now Collecting Sales Tax?

As Tuttio Ebikes continues to grow across the United States, we are required by law to collect and remit state sales tax based on where orders are shipped. This ensures compliance with local regulations and helps us maintain transparent, responsible business practices.

In the United States, sales tax is required by state governments to fund essential public services such as schools, roads, and community safety.

Legal Updates (Wayfair Decision)

In 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court’s South Dakota v. Wayfair decision established that online retailers must collect and remit sales tax based on the customer’s location, even if the seller doesn’t have a physical presence in that state. Once a business exceeds a state’s “economic nexus” threshold, it must comply with that state’s tax laws.

Business Growth

As Tuttio continues to expand and reach more states, we’ve surpassed economic nexus thresholds in several regions. This means we are now required to collect and remit sales tax in those states.

Industry Standard Practice

In the U.S., prices are typically displayed before tax, and the applicable sales tax is added at checkout. This is the standard and legally compliant practice across all major e-commerce platforms.

For New Customers: If this is your first time shopping in the U.S., please note that sales tax is a normal and legally required part of every purchase.
For Returning Customers: You may remember seeing tax-free totals in the past, but this update reflects current legal requirements. We appreciate your understanding.

2. Even If We Didn’t Collect It, You’d Still Need to Pay It

Many customers are unaware that even if an online store does not collect sales tax, the customer is still legally required to pay what’s known as a “use tax” in many states. This applies when purchasing goods online or from another state without sales tax being charged.

The Hassle of Self-Reporting

If Tuttio didn’t collect it, you would need to track every untaxed purchase, calculate the applicable rate, and manually report and pay it during tax season. This process is time-consuming and prone to errors.

We Make It Simple

By collecting and remitting sales tax on your behalf, Tuttio removes that burden entirely. Our system automatically calculates and submits the correct tax based on your shipping address, ensuring that your purchase is fully compliant and worry-free.

New Customer Benefit: Your first order with Tuttio is already compliant with no extra paperwork required.
Returning Customer Advantage: We’ve streamlined everything so you never have to deal with tax filings yourself.

3. How Does Sales Tax Work?

Sales tax rates vary from state to state, typically between 4% and 10%. Some states, such as Oregon and Montana, have no sales tax at all, and certain product categories like food or clothing may be exempt in specific states.

Why the Total May Differ by State

Your total at checkout may vary slightly depending on your shipping location. Each state, and sometimes individual cities or counties, set their own tax rates. This is entirely normal and legally required.

Our Transparency Promise

You will always see a clear tax breakdown before completing your purchase. No hidden fees, no surprises.

4. How Tuttio Makes Shopping Easier for You

We understand that seeing tax added to your total may make it seem like you’re paying more, so we’ve taken steps to ensure your shopping experience remains transparent and convenient.

Tax Estimator Tool

On the cart page, you can enter your shipping address to preview the estimated tax before checkout.

Clear Breakdown at Checkout

You’ll always see the item price, sales tax, and final total clearly displayed before you confirm your order.

Tax-Exempt Support

If you qualify for tax exemption, such as being a nonprofit organization or a wholesale partner, please contact our support team. We’ll help you verify and apply your exemption properly.

We guide you through every step so your first Tuttio shopping experience is easy and worry-free. Enjoy customer support for any tax or order questions. You can reach us anytime at:
Phone: +1 (202) 300-9345
Email: info@tuttiosport.com

5. Even With Tax, Tuttio Products Remain a Great Value

We know paying sales tax can make a total appear slightly higher, but rest assured that Tuttio is committed to providing exceptional value with every purchase.

Competitive Pricing

Even after adding sales tax, our products remain competitively priced, backed by trusted quality and service.

Exclusive Offers

New customers receive a special discount on their first order. Returning customers earn rewards points and VIP promotions, making every purchase even more rewarding.

Fully Compliant and Worry-Free

With Tuttio handling tax collection and remittance directly to your state, you can shop confidently knowing everything is fully compliant and managed on your behalf.

In Summary: Transparent, Compliant, and Hassle-Free

We hope this update helps you understand why Tuttio is now collecting sales tax and how it actually simplifies your shopping experience—saving you time, ensuring compliance, and giving you total peace of mind. Most importantly, this update means a more accurate and seamless checkout process—no surprises later. Every dollar is accounted for properly, so you can shop with confidence knowing Tuttio Ebikes operates with full integrity and care for its customers.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a long-time Tuttio supporter, your satisfaction is always our top priority.

Thank you for riding with Tuttio Ebikes and for being part of our growing community.