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.
Recommended Policy Changes
- GST exemptions for electric vehicles
- A ban on new petrol and diesel vehicle registrations within a decade
According to the EV Council's annual report, electric car purchases have risen by 24% over the past year, with over 410,000 electric vehicles on the nation's roads.
Australians are buying electric vehicles in record numbers, but more purchases and policy changes are needed to meet climate targets.
The report also notes a 20% growth in electric charging infrastructure and legal changes that have made more electric and plug-in hybrid models available in Australia.
The proposed ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles is similar to those implemented in the United Kingdom and Europe.
Author's summary: EV Council seeks policy boost for electric vehicles.