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 Indiana, as in other states, automobiles are regulated under various motor vehicle statutes. These laws cover a wide range of topics including vehicle registration, safety inspections, and emissions standards. Automobiles, regardless of whether they are cars, trucks, SUVs, or minivans, must be registered with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). Indiana requires that all motor vehicles undergo a title registration, and owners must carry a minimum amount of liability insurance. The state does not require annual safety inspections but does require emissions testing for vehicles in certain counties. Additionally, Indiana has laws that regulate the operation of vehicles, such as speed limits, rules of the road, and DUI regulations. For electric vehicles, Indiana offers tax incentives to encourage the adoption of environmentally friendly transportation options. It's important for automobile owners and operators in Indiana to be aware of and comply with these state statutes, as well as applicable federal laws, to ensure the legal operation of their vehicles.