ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland drivers will see vehicle registration fees rise again starting July 1, 2025, as part of the state’s Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The fee hikes come just one year after the state implemented a dramatic increase in 2024, effectively doubling costs for many drivers.
The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) says the upcoming changes will affect most vehicle owners and are tied to vehicle weight. Passenger vehicles weighing 3,500 pounds or less will now cost $120.50 per year to register, up from $110.50. Heavier cars over 3,700 pounds will see a $30 increase, bringing the annual fee to $191.50. Motorcycle registrations will rise from $95 to $105.
The new rates include the state’s $40 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) surcharge and apply to one-, two-, and three-year renewals…