Since April 1 , 2010,  DMV has issued Empire Gold vehicle license plates . DMV no longer issues Empire Blue and White plates
Can I keep the same plate number if I request Empire Gold plates?
Yes. You can get new Empire Gold plates and keep your personalized plate number when you renew your registration
how to order Empire Gold plates
when you renew your online registration you can
For a statewide list of local recycling coordinators?
visit the web site of the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation at http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/8511.html
If I need a new board
you need to pay a plate fee . the fee for a set of two vehicle plates is $ 25the fee for a single plate for example , a plate for a trailer or motorcycle is $ 12.50
I would like to continue maintaining the same plate number
your vehicle is registered in the one of the classes listed below?