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Making Vehicle Services Easier To Find

In Hawaii, vehicle services are decentralized by county. The Honolulu Department of Customer Services (DCS) manages vehicle registration and licensing, and Maui's Motor Vehicle & Licensing Division (MVLD) oversees these functions. Hawaii County offers Vehicle Registration & Licensing (VRL) services, and Kauai has its own Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

Each county in Hawaii manages its vehicle services due to the state's decentralized governance structure.

Hawaii Vehicle Statistics

As of 2023, Hawaii recorded approximately 1.2 million registered vehicles, consisting of 38% automobiles, 59% trucks, and 3% motorcycles.

In 2022, Hawaii reported 117 traffic fatalities. 42% were motor vehicle occupants, 28% were motorcyclists, and 24% were pedestrians. Alcohol-impaired driving caused 21% of deaths, while speeding was responsible for 41%.

Regarding car sales, Hawaii ranked 40th in the nation in 2023, with 79,021 vehicles sold. Toyota models such as the Tacoma and RAV4 are popular due to their reliability, fuel efficiency, and suitability for Hawaii's diverse terrain and climate conditions.

The state's unique insurance regulations contribute to lower average insurance costs than the national average. For instance, full coverage insurance costs about $1,651 annually, while minimum coverage costs around $395 annually.

In Hawaii, full-coverage car insurance rates are, on average, 29% lower than the national average. Drivers with a single DUI conviction face a substantial increase of approximately 277% in their full coverage premiums. Hawaii's regulations prohibit insurers from using age, gender, marital status, or credit history in rate calculations.

Number of Vehicles
1.2 million
As of 2023, Hawaii has approximately 1.2 million registered vehicles, consisting of 474,979 automobiles, 730,091 trucks, and 36,980 motorcycles.
Number of Accidents
1,244
In 2022, Hawaii reported 117 traffic fatalities from 1,244 total crashes, with alcohol-related incidents accounting for 25 deaths and speeding contributing to 48 fatalities.
Total Vehicle Sales
79,021
In Hawaii, Toyota dominates vehicle sales with models like the Tacoma and RAV4, making it the state's top car manufacturer across the islands. Hawaii ranked 40th nationally in car sales for 2023, with 79,021 vehicles sold.
Average Insurance Cost
$1,651
In Hawaii, the average car insurance costs $395 annually for minimum coverage and $1,651 for full coverage, significantly lower than the national average due to state regulations on rating factors.