Automakers Want To Kill Gas Tax, But Pickup Owners Won’t Like What Comes Next

Summary: Major automakers propose replacing the US Federal Gas Tax with a weight-based vehicle tax. The new system would charge vehicles annually based on curb weight, meaning heavier pickup trucks and SUVs would pay more than lighter sedans. Electric vehicles would also contribute significantly under this proposal.

Brands mentioned: General Motors, Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Chevrolet, Rivian, Porsche, Lamborghini