EV Council Calls for GST Exemptions and Ban on New Petrol and Diesel Registrations
The Electric Vehicle Council is urging for a bigger policy boost to increase the uptake of electric vehicles, including GST exemptions and a ban on new petrol and diesel vehicle registrations.
Australians have purchased over 410,000 electric vehicles, with a 24% rise in purchases over the past year, according to the EV Council's annual report.
- Electric car purchases have risen by 24% over the past year.
- Electric charging infrastructure has grown by 20%.
- Legal changes have made more electric and plug-in hybrid models available in Australia.
A ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles within a decade, similar to those issued in the UK and Europe, is being considered.
Experts warn that more purchases and policy changes are needed to meet climate targets.
Author's summary: EV Council urges policy boost for electric vehicles.
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