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2026 Federal Budget: winners and losers on the road
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2026 Federal Budget: winners and losers on the road

6:58am, 17 May 2026 49 words
Executive Summary

Summary: The 2026 Federal Budget delivers mixed outcomes for Australian motorists. EV buyers benefit from extended FBT exemptions and $40 million in charger funding, whilst petrol and diesel drivers face rising fuel excise from July. Road safety receives over $600 million, and mechanics gain $15.4 million for EV servicing skills.

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2026 Federal Budget: winners and losers on the road