Victorians will soon be able to save up to $372 on their 2025/26 car registration, with the government cutting the cost of car registrations by 20 per cent as the war in the Middle East continues to put pressure on families.
It comes after the Labor-run state government announced public transport will remain free for the rest of May, and half-price for the rest of the year, giving Victorians another way to save money on transport.
The rebate will be available from June 1 and vehicle owners can apply for 20 per cent off their rego for up to two vehicles registered under their name.
The government estimates a driver with one car will save $186, and a driver with two registered cars will save $372.
It will only be available to eligible vehicles registered from July 1, 2025 to 30 June, 2026.
Premier Jacinta Allan said the government can afford it because it’s “one-off cost-of-living help”, despite it costing $750m.
“Like cheaper PT, this won’t fix everything, but it’s immediate action I can take to make a difference,” Ms Allan said.
Vehicle registration currently costs up to $930 per car, meaning a driver with one car will pay $744 for their rego if they claim the rebate.
Applications will be open until July 31 and is open to Victorians who own cars, utes, motorbikes, vans, and light trucks under 4.5 tonnes.
