Electric Vehicle Council CEO Julie Delvecchio said:
“We back fair road user charges, but their introduction should not slam the brakes on Australia’s shift to clean transport.
“EVs deliver what Australians want: lower running costs, cleaner air, energy independence and a stronger grid.
“Any reform to fuel excise should drive Australians toward EVs, because they cost less to run, cut emissions, and reduce our reliance on foreign oil. They also support our energy system and improve the air we all breathe. Reforms should only apply once electric vehicles reach 30 per cent of new vehicle sales. That way we encourage EV adoption and don’t tie Australians to expensive petrol and diesel cars that increase carbon emissions and harm our environment.”
