Australian policymakers reject New Zealand's ambitious electric vehicle proposal.

Home > Industry Analysis > Content

【Summary】Australian policymakers have rejected New Zealand's plan to increase taxes on utes and SUVs to fund rebates for electric cars.

FutureCar Staff Aug 21, 2023 6:21 AM PT

Australian policymakers reject New Zealand's ambitious electric vehicle proposal.

The New Zealand government had implemented a bold plan to increase the tax on utes and SUVs in order to fund rebates on electric cars. This plan had been in effect since July 2021.

However, Australian policymakers have now ruled out this plan. They have decided not to follow New Zealand's lead in increasing taxes on these types of vehicles.