Evansville's wheel tax starts in January. Here's what to know

The Evansville City Council voted in favor of a new tax for residents Monday night, in a vote of 8-1.

The council voted in favor of a wheel and excise tax at $30 for commercial vehicles, $20 for passenger vehicles and $10 for motorcycles.

EVANSVILLE — Starting in January, drivers in Evansville who renew their registration at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles will see a new tax on their bill.

The Evansville City Council on Monday voted 8-1 in favor of a new tax for residents. The council voted in favor of a wheel and excise tax at $30 for commercial vehicles, $20 for passenger vehicles and $10 for motorcycles.

Prompted by legislation favored by Indiana Gov. Mike Braun, the new tax will create a revenue stream for the city to use on road and street improvements. City officials say the wheel t