An automobile is a vehicle that moves on four wheels and is one of our primary methods of transportation. Automobiles are also known as cars or vehicles. Trucks, sport utility vehicles (SUV), and minivans are different types of automobiles, and are sometimes referred to as cars, vehicles, or motor vehicles.
Automobiles are usually powered by an internal combustion engine using gasoline or diesel fuel, or by one or more electric motors, using energy stored in one or more rechargeable batteries.
In Illinois, automobiles, which include cars, trucks, SUVs, and minivans, are primarily regulated by the Illinois Vehicle Code. This comprehensive set of laws governs the registration, operation, and ownership of motor vehicles within the state. All automobiles must be registered with the Illinois Secretary of State, and drivers are required to have a valid Illinois driver's license. The state also has emissions testing requirements to ensure that vehicles powered by internal combustion engines meet environmental standards. Additionally, Illinois has specific laws pertaining to electric vehicles (EVs), including regulations on EV charging stations and incentives for EV ownership. Automobile insurance is mandatory in Illinois, and all vehicles must be covered by a minimum amount of liability insurance to be legally operated on public roads.