Australia urged to focus on EVs to boost fuel security and slash emissions
New analysis shows transport will become Australia's largest source of emissions, underpinning the need for an electric vehicle policy.
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Michael Mazengarb is a Sydney-based reporter with RenewEconomy, writing on climate change, clean energy, electric vehicles and politics. Before joining RenewEconomy, Michael worked in climate and energy policy for more than a decade.
Senate dumps on Victoria EV tax plan, but opposes move to cancel revenues
A federal senate committee criticises state government proposals slug EVs with new fees, while rejecting a Greens plan to nullify the taxes.
Victoria’s road tax plan dubbed “worst EV policy in the world”
Major electric vehicle makers and other stakeholders issue joint declaration that Victorian plan to tax electric vehicles is "worst EV policy in the world".
South Australia delays proposed EV road user tax to beyond next state election
South Australia plans to introduce a “user charge” for electric vehicle drivers delayed by 12 months, to beyond the next state election.
South Australia to transition car fleet and boost charging network in big EV push
South Australia to "jump start" uptake of electric vehicles by transitioning government fleet to EVs and boosting charging infrastructure.
Are there electric vehicle lobby groups in Australia?
Are there existing efforts to lobby organisations to which drivers can contribute, with a goal of encouraging pro-EV policies?
Australia’s interest in electric vehicles well below global average
Respondents pointed to cost, driving range, and a lack of charging options as the three major impediments to increase interest and potential ownership.
EV Council says Kia decision to withhold electric SUV shows need for policy change
Electric Vehicle Council calls on federal government to act on EV policy, after Kia withholds e-Niro from Australian market.
Number of Australians considering buying electric vehicles has tripled
Consumer awareness of electric vehicles in Australia has reached a tipping point, with the number of people currently researching EVs to buy now tripling.
70% of Victorian drivers want electric vehicle incentives: survey
RACV survey on electric vehicles shows 7 out of 10 Victorians want government incentives and policies to help cut the cost of switching to EVs.