What is it?
Vehicle tax is a canton-level charge. Calculation and wording differ by canton.
Where is it found?
AutoTyp provides non-binding estimates for supported cantons and vehicle categories.
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
A canton can consider weight, power, displacement, CO2 or drive type.
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.