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Michigan's EV Registration Fees Soar to Highest in U.S.

1/9/2026

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Michigan now imposes the highest annual registration fees for electric vehicles in the United States.
Light-duty electric vehicles rise from $160 to $267 and plug-in hybrids increase from $60 to $113.
The road funding package ties EV fees to higher gas tax rates and critics say the hike is unfair.
Lawmakers are discussing adjustments and remain unlikely to make significant changes.

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Story summary

Michigan now imposes the highest annual registration fees for electric vehicles in the United States.
Light-duty electric vehicles rise from $160 to $267 and plug-in hybrids increase from $60 to $113.
The road funding package ties EV fees to higher gas tax rates and critics say the hike is unfair.
Lawmakers are discussing adjustments and remain unlikely to make significant changes.