Hobart is the least affordable capital city to drive in, with residents dishing out an average of $20,311 each year on their vehicles.
A recent AAA report compared the average income with the rising price of car loan repayments, insurance, servicing and even tire expenses which are all being affected by inflation.
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In Tasmanian’s north, Launceston drivers are spending an average of $18,961 a year.
Average weekly cost per household:
- Car loan payments: $182.10 (up $26.50)
- Rego, CTP and driver’s licence fees: $23.12 Comprehensive Car Insurance: $26.76
- Servicing and tyres: $32.33
- Fuel: $95.87
- Public transport: $28
- Total annual transport cost: $20,311 (up $1,421)
