Price increases at the turn of the year: vignette and mileage increase!

Price increases at the turn of the year: vignette and mileage increase!

From January 1, 2025, there will be noticeable cost increases for drivers and public transport users in Austria. The CO2 price design increases from 45 to 55 euros per ton, which leads to an increase in fuel prices by about 3 cents per liter. This measure was originally announced by the ÖAMTC as part of a climate protection strategy, but could lead to a reduction in the climate monus in connection with the budget in 2025, which could further strengthen the financial burdens, as vorarlberg.Af.at

In addition to the increased fuel costs, drivers will have to expect motor -related insurance tax in the coming year. For newly approved vehicles, tax costs increase by almost 35 euros per year. E-cars remain excluded from this regulation. The prices of the annual vignette are also increased to 103.80 euros, which for the first time raises the 100-euro mark. The increases are based on the rate of inflation from 2022 to 2023, which is 7.7 percent, reports OEAMTC.AT .

rising ticket prices and new tax regulations

In 2025, prices for the climate kit also increase by 84 euros to 1,179.30 euros. Overall, the prices for all ticket variants are increased, including the reduced youth and senior tickets, which increase by around 63 euros. People who acquire the climate before January 1, 2025 benefit from the old prices, which is a last low opportunity. In addition, the mileage is raised uniformly to 50 cents, regardless of whether you are traveling with a car or motorcycle.

The change for e-scooter users is particularly relevant: Accidents on the way to working with e-scooters will not be considered work accidents in the future, since these vehicles do not fall under vehicle insurance. This regulation could significantly impair the claims for daily fees in the hospital and a displaced pension and represents an important new regulation that presents many with financial challenges.