Starting from 1 January 2026, the car tax payment system may undergo significant changes. The new measures, which according to rumors should be included in the framework of the Budget law, aim at two clear objectives: supporting economically fragile families and encouraging the use of vehicles with low environmental impact. This is an intervention that aims to make car taxation more fair and consistent with sustainability policies.
The income-related exemption
One of the main innovations concerns the income factor. Motorists with an annual income not exceeding 8,000 euros could obtain total exemption from paying car tax. The measure is designed to lighten the tax burden of those who experience a condition of greater vulnerability, considering that even apparently small expenses can significantly impact the family budget.
How to request the benefit
Access to the benefit will not be automatic. Potential beneficiaries must submit a formal request, attaching documents that certify the income situation, such as the Single Certification or the previous year’s tax return. The application must be forwarded to the competent regional offices or through the channels indicated by the Revenue Agency, given that the stamp duty remains a local management tax.
Incentives for electric and hybrid cars
Another pillar of the reform concerns the green factor. Anyone who owns an electric or hybrid car registered from 2022 onwards will be able to benefit from the tax exemption for five consecutive years. The goal is to reduce the total cost of ownership of these vehicles and make the transition to sustainable mobility more convenient.
The requirements for eco-friendly vehicles
To benefit from the relief, the vehicle must be correctly registered as electric or hybrid in the databases of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport. Also in this case it will be necessary to follow a precise administrative procedure, by completing a dedicated form.
What remains unchanged: the super tax and existing exemptions
Despite the new exemptions, the super tax for vehicles with a power exceeding 185 kW remains in force, which provides for a surcharge calculated on the basis of the excess kilowatts. Furthermore, the exemptions already provided for people with disabilities, blind people and other categories protected by current legislation remain active.
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