IRSProposed Rule
Car Loan Interest Deduction
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Summary
The IRS is proposing to allow people to deduct car loan interest payments on their federal income taxes, similar to how mortgage interest can be deducted. This would reduce the amount of income that gets taxed, potentially saving money for millions of Americans who have car loans.
Key Points
- 1The rule would let taxpayers subtract car loan interest from their taxable income, lowering their overall tax bill
- 2This applies to interest paid on loans used to buy personal vehicles, not business vehicles
- 3The IRS is currently accepting public comments on this proposal until February 3, 2026
- 4This is a proposed rule, meaning it's not yet final and could be changed based on feedback
- 5The change could particularly benefit middle and working-class Americans who carry auto loans
Key Dates
Published
January 2, 2026
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