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Making Vehicle Services Easier To Find

The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) strives to make vehicle services more accessible by organizing information clearly on its website. This approach helps residents locate the specific guidance they need, streamlining processes and saving valuable time when addressing vehicle-related matters.

North Carolina Vehicle Statistics

In 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation-Federal Highway Administration registered 8.7 million motor vehicles. This figure comprised over 3 million automobiles, 5.1 million trucks, 189,680 motorcycles, and 33,332 buses.

Delving into the 2022 vehicular accidents, the NCDMV recorded 273,732 crashes in the state, which reflects a 0.83% decline from the prior year. Fatal incidents accounted for 1,647 crashes, while 71,963 were injury-related.

In 2019, the most prevalent traffic violation in North Carolina was speeding, with nearly 300,000 tickets issued. Other frequent infractions included ignoring stop signs or red lights, reckless driving, driving without insurance, and operating a vehicle with a suspended license.

In terms of car sales, the state sold 447,919 new vehicles in 2023, with the Toyota RAV4 leading the market. The RAV4 is favored for off-roading due to features like higher ground clearance and the ability to handle the state's widely varied terrain.

Currently, car insurance rates in North Carolina are below the national average. Drivers pay around $1,828 annually for full coverage and $536 for minimum coverage, which breaks down to monthly costs of approximately $152 for full coverage and $44 for minimum coverage.

Number of Vehicles
8.7 million
The 2020 data from the U.S. Department of Transportation-Federal Highway Administration indicates that the 8.7 million registered vehicles include 8.5 million privately and commercially owned and 143,573 publicly owned vehicles.
Number of Accidents
270,000
The NCDMV reported over 270,000 vehicle crashes in 2022. There were 1,784 deaths, a 0.05% increase from the previous year. However, total injuries decreased by 3.68%.
Total Vehicle Sales
447,919
The data from 2023 showed that in North Carolina, 447,919 new vehicles were sold, with the Toyota RAV4 emerging as the best-selling model. The Chevrolet Silverado and Honda CR-V also ranked high in sales.
Average Insurance Cost
$1,828
Currently, drivers in North Carolina pay about $1,828 annually for full coverage and $536 for minimum coverage. In December 2023, auto insurance rates rose by 4.5%, and motorcycle liability rates increased by 2.3%.