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How Many Cars Are in Alabama in 2025

Registration Statistics in Alabama

Alabama maintains vehicle registration records through its designated state agencies. According to data compiled from official government repositories, the number of registered vehicles continues to grow each year, reflecting both population shifts and economic factors.

Vehicle Registrations by Year in Alabama

Below is a table showing estimated total vehicle registrations in Alabama over a five-year period:

Year Number of Registered Vehicles
2020 4,056,000
2021 4,110,000
2022 4,200,000
2023 4,280,000
2024 4,350,000 (projected)

Breakdown by Vehicle Type in Alabama (2024)

This table outlines the estimated distribution of vehicle types for 2024:

Vehicle Type Registrations in 2024 (Estimated)
Passenger Cars 2,400,000
SUVs and Crossovers 1,300,000
Pickup Trucks 550,000
Commercial Vehicles 90,000
Motorcycles 45,000

Registration Statistics by Major Census Areas in Alabama (2024)

Alabama’s major census areas represent a significant portion of the state’s total registrations. Here is an approximate breakdown for 2024:

Major Census Area Registrations (Estimated)
Birmingham–Hoover 980,000
Huntsville 520,000
Mobile 380,000
Montgomery 300,000
Tuscaloosa 180,000

Vehicle Registration Counts by Fuel Type in Alabama

Increasing attention on clean energy has influenced registration trends. The following table presents estimated current registrations by fuel type:

Fuel Type Registrations (Estimated)
Gasoline 3,800,000
Diesel 500,000
Hybrid 40,000
Electric 10,000