The ancient origins of Vietnam's literature, language and culture, and the country itself, began in the north along the fringes of the Red River Delta. The legendary Hong Bang Dynasty, the first ruling state of Vietnam, popped up around 2879 BC, and the development of wet rice cultivation and bronze casting led to the formation of the Dong Sun culture some 800 years later.
General Rules. Effective August 1, 2009, under Massachusetts sales and use tax provisions, the purchaser, transferee or user having title to or possession of a motor vehicle is directly responsible for the payment of the 6.25% sales or 6.25% use tax.
Whether you're buying a new car or a used car, or even leasing a car, you'll have to pay state sales tax. Nearly every state has a sales tax, ranging from under 3 percent to over 8 percent. The national average in the United States is 5.75 percent [source: TaxAdmin.org]. Of course, you'll want to find out your state's exact sales tax before you buy a car, but if you're simply looking for a ballpark figure, just use the average. State sales tax is only the beginning, though. If you want to make sure every penny is accounted for when you purchase your vehicle, check out local sales tax rates. Some counties, cities, and even school districts levy taxes on purchases. The maximum total sales tax in some areas can reach double digits, adding more than 10 percent to the price of the vehicle [source: Edmunds.com].