 Some Marylanders will see a hefty increase in their car registration fees. The head of Maryland's Motor Vehicle Administration, Chrissy Neiser, joined WTOP for an exclusive interview to explain why you're going to be paying more. WTOP's Grace Newton has details. The registration fees have jumped anywhere from 60 to 80 percent. Maryland lawmakers approved the increase a few months back when they okayed the state budget. They say it's to pour money into the Depleted Transportation Trust Fund, which pays for road projects.