Yes it's quite extraordinary how generous Australian tax breaks were for diesel utes, and they were around for a lot longer than EVs have enjoyed their breaks. If you're in the market for a new vehicle and you're not buying an EV, you're probably bad at math.

Not as much as we'd like.

Motorists who live in rural and regional postcodes don't drive any further than the average suburban motorist, in fact their vehicles often travel fewer km per year.
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And besides, they are already paying proportional to how far they drive through fuel excise.

Road user charging factsheet | Australia | Road user charging factsheet - Why a universal mass × distance Road User Charge (RUC) is the fairest way to cost motoringThis fact sheet answers a number of common of questions about fuel excise, road...

I think we're missing some context here - which particular con?
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Lexus RZ electric SUV now up to $42,000 cheaper, yoke steering wheel debuts in Australia Up to $42,000 has been cut from the slow-selling Lexus RZ electric SUV, while new F Sport grades add an Australian-first steering wheel yoke.

Lexus has slashed up to $42k (!!) off the 2026 RZ electric SUV. Now from $84500 + ORC. That's no yoke. Oh wait.

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Zeekr slashes small EV prices by up to $13,000 with tech, power upgrade Orders are now open for the updated Zeekr X small SUV, which is up to $13,000 cheaper with more features and power.

The 2026 Zeekr X has been priced for Australia. From $48900 drive away in all states.

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Almost certain to have an LFP battery - it's what China does best. Clever engineering has allowed long range vehicles despite the lower energy density. But if looked after properly, the battery will outlast the car.

Much as we agree with you, it seems being punched in the face with a planetary crisis doesn't seem to elicit much of a response these days.

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Mazda CX-6e electric SUV order books open ahead of September arrival, with Tesla and BYD-beating price The Mazda CX-6e electric SUV has undercut the Tesla Model Y by nearly $5000, but customer deliveries aren't due until September.

The 2026 Mazda CX-6e has been priced for Australia. From $53990 + ORC. For the first 1000 orders a free upgrade to the Azami trim is offered too.

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New cheapest EV SUV in Australia – for most Aussies – with GWM Ora 5 undercutting BYD Atto 2 GWM will undercut BYD in all bar one Australian territory to sell a new budget-priced electric small SUV.

The 2026 GWM Ora 5 has been announced. From $33990 Drive away.

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Rear- and all-wheel-drive MG 4 EV hatch lives on in Australia, with interior upgrade for 2026 The MG 4 lives on in Australia alongside the cheaper MG 4 Urban, gaining an upgraded interior, but fewer grades than before.

The 2026 MG MG4 has had updates for 2026 and will live alongside the recently launched MG4 Urban. From $39990 drive away.

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Kia takes on Toyota HiAce with Australia's cheapest electric van Kia's first van in Australia in 20 years is the country's cheapest EV van, slightly smaller than a diesel HiAce for similar money.

The 2026 Kia PV5 van has been priced for Australia. From $55990 + ORC. It's now the cheapest EV van on the market and should scare the pants off the Hiace.

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Petrol giant breaks ground on massive, 24-bay EV charging hub at Melbourne Airport Oil giant breaks ground on its first large-scale charging hub in Australia, a 24-bay site at Melbourne Airport that it plans to complete later this year.

Petrol giant BP breaks ground on massive, 24-bay EV charging hub at Melbourne Airport .

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MEDIA RELEASE: Electric vehicles drive energy security. Don’t rush transport policy.

Media reports on 24 March 2026 suggest that a road user charge on electric vehicles is under consideration for the 2026 Australian Federal budget.

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XPENG Distributor True EV Placed Into External Administration Sydney-based EV distributor True EV Distribution has entered external administration. Here is what we know and what it means for customers.

BREAKING: XPENG Distributor True EV Placed Into External Administration.

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Sydney to Melbourne on one EV charge might finally be possible with BMW's new electric car The electric version of the next BMW 3 Series sedan will reset driving range benchmarks on its local arrival next year.

The BMW i3 is back..!!

This time it's a 900km WLTP sedan with 400kw charging capability.

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PRICE REVEALED: Here's how much Tesla's three-row, six-seat Model Y L costs in Australia The stretched six-seat version of Tesla's top-selling model is now available in Australia, with more features and luxury.

Tesla has announced the new Tesla Model Y L for Australia. The stretched 6 seater is priced from $74900 + ORC. The first Tesla model with V2L.

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Event - Strata charging with Alchemy Charge Alchemy Charge pioneered Level 1 pay-per-use EV charging in Australia, introducing a model that allows existing buildings to support EVs without expensive electrical upgrades. By using standard power…

REMINDER: The next AEVA Webinar is on Strata EV Charging on Thursday 19th March 8pm AEDT.

Our speakers are Merich and Yasemin Selvi from Alchemy Charge

As always free for AEVA members and $16.50 for non-members.

Register: aeva.asn.au/events/1303/

2026 GAC Aion UT Aussie super-sharp price and specs unveiled: Compact Chinese EV challenges BYD pricing - EV Central Chinese brand GAC has confirmed pricing and specifications for its new Aion UT electric hatchback ahead of first Australian deliveries in the second quarter of 2026.

The 2026 GAC Aion UT is offically on sale in Australia. Launch pricing starts from $30990 D/A for pre orders taken prior to April 9th. That's seriously good value.

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AEVA Rally | NSW | 10 March 2026 A great little video put together by AEVA member Rosco Jewell from AmazingEV who joined other members and guests for the AEVA EV Rally in the Blue Mountains on Tuesday. It features interviews with a…

A great little video put together by AEVA member Rosco Jewell from AmazingEV who joined other members and guests for the AEVA EV Rally in the Blue Mountains on Tuesday.
#AEVAEVRally #DestinationNSW #bluemountains
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REMINDER: WA's annual Electrikhana event is on this Saturday at CREEC.

Curious about electric vehicles? We can help with informative talks during the day.

Hope to see you there..!!

Register: www.aeva.asn.au/events/1290/

2026 BMW iX3 Price and Specs: Australia's Longest-Range Electric SUV The all-new 2026 BMW iX3 50 xDrive arrives in Australia from mid-2026, priced from $109,900. It offers up to 805km WLTP range, 400kW charging, and a full-width panoramic display.

The 2026 BMW iX3 is the first model in BMW's new Neue Klasse family and is confirmed for Australia. Priced from $109,900 + ORC due mid this year. Featuring 800-volt, 6th-gen eDrive technology with up to 400kW fast charging and ~800km range

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It's a popular market segment, so not a surprise manufacturers are meeting the consumer demand. We don't want to ban oversized vehicles, but we're also keen to see them taxed appropriately.

MEDIA RELEASE: EVs have always been about fuel security.

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2026 Geely EX5 Extended Range price and specs leaked The Geely EX5 is set to get a boost in range, but leaked pricing indicates the mid-size electric SUV will also cop a modest price increase.

The 2026 Geely EX5 has been priced for Australia with a bigger battery on offer. From $41990 + ORC.

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BYD racks up six million credits under new emissions standards, ICE cars face huge fines First performance report from New Vehicle Efficiency Standard Regulator has bad news for some of Australia’s best-selling brands, as BYD, Toyota and Tesla shine.

The 2025 NVES data has been released.

It shows 19 firms including some of the country’s best selling brands, failed to meet the pollution standards and could face massive penalties within three years.

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Mazda undercuts Tesla Model 3 with its 6e electric car Ultra-competitive pricing gives Mazda's Chinese-built 6e electric car its best chance for success against key rivals.

The 2026 Mazda 6e sedan has been priced for Australia. It undercuts both the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal from an ultra sharp $49990 + ORC. Deliveries expected from July.

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BYD Atto 3 EVO Approved for Australia: 330kW AWD Performance and 800V Fast Charging The new BYD Atto 3 EVO has been approved for Australia with 330kW AWD power, 800V fast charging, and 510km range. Expected to launch later in 2026.

The 2026 BYD Atto 3 Evo has been announced. The first EV model sold in Australia is inline for a huge upgrade including standard RWD and AWD options up to 330kw (!!), 220kw DC charging, 11kw AC charging, a 78kWh 800v Blade LFP battery and a Frunk!!

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The 2026 BYD Shark 6 Cab Chassis has been priced for Australia.

A single Dynamic grade from $55900 + ORC.

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