The state government’s announcement will see new eligibility requirements and an increased rebate available to Queenslanders under the Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme, which could see eligible households access a $6,000 rebate when purchasing a new electric vehicle (EV).
The scheme was initially launched on 1 July 2022, but today’s enhanced measures will ensure more Queenslanders and businesses are able to access an even greater range of EVs at better prices than ever before.
Changes include:
- An increase to the rebate from $3,000 to $6,000 for eligible households earning up to a total gross household income of $180,000 per year.
- Applicants who have already applied and received a $3000 rebate under the earlier scheme, and who are under the total gross income threshold, are eligible for reassessment and additional payment of $3,000 rebate (totalling $6,000 per eligible application).
- An increase to the eligibility threshold for vehicles, which will now exclude dealer delivery fees from determining ‘dutiable value’ from $58,000 to $68,000 (inc. GST).
“We’re seeing the prices of EVs fluctuate on the back of rising materials costs and inflation left by the Morrison government, so we’ve increased the eligible price cap to $68,000, and increased the rebate amount from $3000 to $6000 for eligible households,” Queensland Energy Minister Mick 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 want more zero-emission vehicles on Queensland roads with Queensland families to have access to cheaper and cleaner vehicles.
“We are committed to reducing the cost-of-living pressures of high petrol prices.
“I was speaking to someone earlier this week who powers their EV with solar from their home. It only cost them $14.50 to drive almost 4,000 kilometres. Comparably, the cost of driving a petrol-powered car would be at least 30 times this.
“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.
“This is an opportunity for Queensland businesses to step up and contribute to emissions reduction through transitioning their fleet operations.
“The scheme has already proven popular, and we anticipate this will increase further with the higher threshold and rebate amount.”
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