Green light for SA EV tax

A levy on electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles has passed South Australia’s parliament despite opposition from Labor, the Greens and industry groups – although the State Government has agreed to offer more incentives for the purchase of low-emission cars.

Big SA support for electric cars: RAA

Almost eight in 10 South Australian motorists would consider buying an electric car, despite only a quarter having ever driven one, new data from the RAA shows.

Photo: AAP

State electric vehicle tax fuels High Court challenge

Victoria’s new tax on electric vehicles is set for a High Court challenge with two Melbourne drivers arguing the levy is unconstitutional, prompting fresh calls to scrap South Australia’s own EV tax plan.

SA Govt delays EV tax, offers buying subsidy

The State Government will delay introducing its controversial electric vehicle tax until 2027 and will instead offer $3000 one-off subsidies for EV purchases, under new legislation to be tabled by Treasurer Rob Lucas today.

State electric vehicle plan stalls as sales grow

Annual electric and hybrid vehicle sales have increased marginally since 2019, bucking a national downward trend. But EV advocates say without the quick release of SA’s Electric Vehicle Action Plan, the state risks missing the opportunities clean energy vehicles offer.