Fordonskatt

Fordonskatt is the Swedish term for vehicle tax. It is an annual tax levied on registered motor vehicles in Sweden. The purpose of the tax is to generate revenue for the state and to influence vehicle choices towards more environmentally friendly options. The amount of fordonskatt is determined by several factors, including the vehicle's emission levels, fuel type, and age.

Vehicles with higher carbon dioxide emissions generally incur a higher tax. This means that older, less fuel-efficient vehicles, or those with larger engines, typically pay more than newer, more fuel-efficient vehicles. For passenger cars, the tax system was updated in recent years to more strongly penalize vehicles with high CO2 emissions.

There are different tax rules for various vehicle types. Passenger cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles all have their own specific tax calculations. Electric vehicles and those running on renewable fuels like ethanol or biogas may benefit from reduced tax rates or exemptions. Information on the exact amount of fordonskatt for a specific vehicle can usually be found on the Swedish Transport Agency's (Transportstyrelsen) website. Owners receive a notification from Transportstyrelsen detailing the tax amount and payment deadline. Failure to pay the vehicle tax can result in penalties and potentially the vehicle being deregistered.