William Stopford
Australia's Luxury Car Tax could be removed gradually – report
The Luxury Car Tax could be scrapped as part of trade negotiations with the European Union, but it'll reportedly be phased out gradually.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Re-elected Labor government may scrap unpopular tax – report
The Luxury Car Tax (LCT) could finally be scrapped almost 10 years after the end of local manufacturing, which it was intended to help protect.
1 Year Ago
CarExpert
Thousands could now be driving illegally in Australia following major licensing change
Experienced driver recognition status for permanent Australian residents expired in most Australian states and territories on April 30.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Coalition eyes EV road user charge, but says it's not a tax
The Coalition wants electric vehicle owners to pay their fair share in terms of road maintenance, but it hasn't provided clarity on how it will do this.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Coalition pledges to scrap EV incentives after all
Peter Dutton has now pledged to scrap the Fringe Benefits Tax exemption for EVs, after seemingly backing the incentive earlier this week.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Coalition won't scrap EV incentives if it wins election
The Opposition mightn't have supported incentives for electric vehicles when they were passed, but it won't repeal them if it takes government.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Coalition announces road safety investments as election nears
The Federal Opposition has pledged to invest more money in road safety, including an expanded safety bureau that would conduct detailed crash investigations.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
Sydney Greens call for SUV parking fees to be tripled, like in Paris
A councillor has called for drivers to pay three times as much to park their SUVs, calling them dangers to public safety and the environment.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Election promise could see big savings for Australian motorists
If the Opposition wins the federal election, it's promised to halve the fuel excise tax for 12 months – claiming savings of $700 per year for motorists.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Australia’s car industry ‘welcomes’ Federal Budget
A new Federal Budget has included a number of wins for Australian motorists, but the car industry is pushing for more change.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Australian council suspends controversial vehicle fees after community backlash
Pressure – and alleged abuse – from City of Casey residents has led the Melbourne council to undertake a review of its land use permits.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Australian Government set to make crucial change to emissions regulations
Proposed changes to the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard could mean better protection for Australia's car dealers.
1 Year Ago
William Stopford
EV brand urges Australian Government to "stay the course" on new emissions rules
A few months of EV sales declines isn't cause to scrap new federal emissions regulations, argues Polestar's local boss.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Slow down! Experts call for more 30km/h speed limits in this Australian state
Victoria's infrastructure advisory body wants a speed limit reduction to 30km/h on more roads, a proposal welcomed by health experts.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Car brands face $2.8 billion bill under new emissions regulations - peak body
Carmakers could have to pay a total of $2.8 billion in fines in four years for not meeting the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard.
1 Year Ago
Jordan Mulach
Australian Government wants new tax on EVs – report
A road user charge for electric vehicles – which would see drivers pay for the distances they travel – is one step closer for Australians.
1 Year Ago