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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 Vermont, automobiles, which include cars, trucks, SUVs, and minivans, are primarily regulated by the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). These vehicles, whether powered by internal combustion engines using gasoline or diesel, or by electric motors with rechargeable batteries, must be registered with the DMV. Vermont state statutes require that all motor vehicles operated on public roads be registered annually and display a valid license plate. Additionally, Vermont has specific regulations regarding emissions and safety inspections, which automobiles must pass to be legally operated on public roads. The state also enforces laws related to driving under the influence (DUI), seat belt use, and distracted driving to ensure the safety of all road users. Electric vehicles (EVs) may be subject to additional regulations and incentives aimed at promoting their use, as they align with Vermont's environmental goals.

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