Queensland doubles EV rebate to further lower price barrier

The Queensland Government has today doubled its electric vehicle rebate to $6000 with more models eligible – less a year after the scheme went online.

The updated Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme includes new measures to entice the EV switch, including lifting the eligibility cap to $68,000 (previously $58,000) on the recommended retail price of a model, which now excludes ‘dealer delivery’ fees.

This means, pure EVs such as the Tesla Model 3 RWD sedan, Cupra Born hatch, and Peugeot E-Partner light commercial van (excluding options and accessories) are now eligible for the one-off rebate.

Households earning a total gross income of up to $180,000 per year will be eligible for a $6000 EV subsidy – representing the largest amount being given out to new EV owners compared to other states in Australia.

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Queenslanders who have already applied and received the previous $3000 rebate and are under the total gross income threshold can apply for a reassessment to receive an additional $3000.

Meanwhile, households that earn more than the $180,000 annual threshold can still claim a $3000 rebate provided other eligibility requirements are met.

State Minister for Energy, Renewables and Hydrogen, Mick de Brenni, said the change to public policy was catalysed by growing inflation.

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Peugeot E-Partner electric van

“We're seeing the prices of EVs fluctuate on the back of rising materials costs and inflation left by the Morrison Government,” de Brenni said.

“This is about making EVs more affordable and more accessible to all Queenslanders to slash emissions and act on climate change with cleaner technology… We are committed to reducing the cost-of-living pressures of high petrol prices.

“We also want to see fleets transition to further drive down emissions. That's why Queensland businesses can apply for up to five rebates per financial year, providing an opportunity for local businesses to make the switch to electric fleets.”

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According to the state government, 1135 EV rebates have already been approved, with the scheme set to expire after 15,000 eligible claims from new battery-electric vehicle owners.

The news follows the federal government committing to setting a fuel efficiency standard this week in line with nearly all developed countries globally.

It will legislate a carbon emissions target for the average of all new light vehicles sold by each manufacturer, which ultimately encourages car companies to bring lower-emitting engines and boost EV supply to Australia.

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