My state has now joined others in implementing a fine “owner’s fee” for drivers of hybrid and EVs. It’s a naked money grab meant to deter sales of efficient vehicles.
As much for upkeep. I guarantee that the money isn’t anywhere near enough to make a difference.
I also notice that it isn’t measured in fuel efficiency, but in vehicle type. Why aren’t registration fees based on how fuel efficient the vehicle is instead of what kind of vehicle it is if it’s just about gas taxes?
NOT penalizing drivers of fuel efficient vehicles would also go a long way.
Care to explain? As far as I’m aware there are only benefits for hybrid/electric vehicles (in the US at least)
My state has now joined others in implementing a
fine“owner’s fee” for drivers of hybrid and EVs. It’s a naked money grab meant to deter sales of efficient vehicles.Road construction and maintenance is typically paid for by taxes on gasoline. A large part of the price of a gallon of gas are those taxes.
Owners of hybrid vehicles or electric vehicles do not buy as much or any gasoline, and thus don’t pay for road upkeep.
Although, passenger vehicles contribute very little to road wear, it’s mostly heavy trucks wearing out the roads.
As much for upkeep. I guarantee that the money isn’t anywhere near enough to make a difference.
I also notice that it isn’t measured in fuel efficiency, but in vehicle type. Why aren’t registration fees based on how fuel efficient the vehicle is instead of what kind of vehicle it is if it’s just about gas taxes?
Then the better solution would be to increase gasoline taxes on all users or to target those who actually cause wear to roads.
Better solution: Seize 2 or 3 billionaire’s assets and pay for all of society for decades.
I like it!