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Radical new road tax plan for Aussie motorists

31 January 2019, 11:16 am

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Radical new road tax plan for Aussie motorists
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Radical new road tax plan for Aussie motorists
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AutoExec Summary
The Australian Automobile Association (AAA) is advocating for the abolition of the fuel excise tax, proposing a Road User Charge to fund road infrastructure instead. AAA chief Michael Bradley highlights that the current tax unfairly impacts owners of older vehicles. A Senate inquiry supports the introduction of a Road User Charge for electric vehicles, suggesting tax exemptions to encourage EV adoption. Additionally, plans for a national fast-charging network are underway, aiming to boost confidence in electric vehicle usage across Australia.

Brands mentioned: Toyota

 

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