Productivity Commission

Industry groups warn against scrapping EV purchase incentives

The Productivity Commission’s interim report on Australia’s net zero transformation has prompted strong responses from automotive industry bodies, who warn that phasing out electric vehicle (EV) purchase incentives could stall the country’s progress on transport decarbonisation.

Recommendations on track but one size does not fit all

The Victorian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (VACC) says the automotive industry commends the Productivity Commissions ‘Right to Repair’ report but notes that consumers – and the businesses that serve them – require further consideration and protection assurances.