All tax rates are current for August 2026. Last updated: August 2, 2026.

Illinois Vehicle Tax Rates Increase for Chicago-Area Buyers Starting August 1, 2026

Illinois drivers purchasing or registering vehicles in Cook County and the five collar counties will begin paying higher vehicle-related sales taxes starting August 1, 2026, following a 0.25 percentage-point increase under the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA) Act. The increase affects transactions involving motor vehicles, trailers, motorcycles, and other items that must be titled or … Read More