EV Council Calls for Policy Boost
The Electric Vehicle Council is urging for a bigger policy boost to increase the uptake of electric vehicles in Australia.
Australians have purchased over 410,000 electric vehicles, with a 24% rise in purchases over the past year, according to the Council's annual report.
- GST exemptions for electric vehicles
- A ban on new petrol and diesel vehicle registrations within a decade, similar to those in the UK and Europe
Australia needs to meet climate targets, and more purchases and policy changes are required to achieve this goal.
The report also highlights a 20% growth in electric charging infrastructure and legal changes that have made more electric and plug-in hybrid models available in Australia.
Author's summary: EV Council seeks policy boost for electric vehicles.