What is it?
Traffic tax is sometimes used for canton vehicle charges in Switzerland.
Where is it found?
Depending on canton and language, vehicle tax, traffic tax and motor vehicle tax can refer to similar charges.
Why does it matter for AutoTyp?
AutoTyp uses these values to make Swiss type approval data readable and to prepare supported vehicle tax estimates.
Why does it matter for vehicle tax?
Depending on canton and vehicle category, technical values can affect the tax estimate. AutoTyp shows missing or not-applicable values honestly.
Example
Traffic tax can be calculated differently by canton.
Limitations
AutoTyp.ch is not an official government service. Data can be missing, normalized or different by vehicle version.
FAQ
Is AutoTyp data legally binding?
No. AutoTyp uses available Swiss vehicle type data, but it is not an official government service.
Does AutoTyp show owner data?
No. AutoTyp does not provide owner, license plate or VIN lookup.
Can I calculate vehicle tax with it?
For supported cantons, AutoTyp can show a non-binding estimate. The canton invoice remains binding.