Italian Motorists Face Rising Costs as Fuel Taxes Align in 2026

Italian car owners face annual expenses of up to 4,500 euros following new tax laws that increase insurance premiums and maintenance costs. These changes come as Gianni Murano warns that aligning fuel excise duties starting January 2026 will make diesel more expensive than gasoline for the first time.Approximately 1.5 million motorists will see higher insurance rates due to an increased tax on driver accident guarantees and corporate fiscal adjustments.