Utah wants to launch pilot project to tax motorists for miles traveled instead of at the pump

Better gas mileage from newer cars means less revenue for state highways and roads.<br>

(AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee) Utah leaders are considering replacing fuels tax collected at the pump with a tax on miles driven as measured by odometers.

(AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee) Utah leaders are considering replacing fuels tax collected at the pump with a tax on miles driven as measured by odometers.

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