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Understanding new Georgia car tax

By Staff
April 23, 2013

When you buy a vehicle, you'll pay a one-time 6.5 percent tax.That percentage is scheduled to increase slightly each year.

If you bought a car before January 2012, you're still obligated to pay the birthday tax.The new law applies to all vehicles bought in Georgia, no matter where they are purchased. 

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