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The Guardian
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Guardian
Road tax for Australian EV users ‘sensible', Tanya Plibersek says ahead of key economic summit
Electric car drivers could be hit with a road tax, with the federal MP Tanya Plibersek framing it a 'sensible' move as more people switch to EVs. Ahead of the federal government's productivity roundtable next week, the idea of a road tax has been floated as an idea to ensure money is set aside for road upkeep. The possibility was flagged by the treasurer, Jim Chalmers, during a speech in June. Chalmers had said he was working with the states and territories 'on the future of road-user charging' for EVs. Transport industry leaders met on Monday ahead of next week's roundtable. Sign up: AU Breaking News email While the federal government has maintained the issue was for states and territories, the minister for social services, Tanya Plibersek, said a tax for EV users made sense. 'I don't think anything's happening tomorrow, but I do think it's sensible … for the states and territories, to look long term at what they do, to make sure that there's enough money to build the roads that people want to drive on,' she told Seven's Sunrise program. 'It's no secret that as the number of petrol vehicles and diesel vehicles goes down, the tax from fuel excise decreases [and] that means less money for building and maintaining roads. 'The states and territories have been looking at this for some time.' Money collected as part of the fuel excise is allocated for fixing roads but concerns have been raised there will be less set aside in coming years as the number of EVs on the roads increases. Victoria tried to put in place a 2c per kilometre charge on EV users in 2023 but the proposal was overruled by the high court. New Zealand has a scheme in place for road-user charges for EVs, with petrol cars soon to be added to the tax. The Coalition senator Jane Hume said more needed to be done to fix ailing roads, which a broader road tax could achieve. 'The fuel excise has been a shrinking tax base, and it's one of the few taxes that's hypothecated for road maintenance,' she told Sky News. 'The rise of EVs is something that has happened exponentially in the last few years. 'We want to make sure that those EV users are making sure that they're responsible for road maintenance in the same way that petrol and diesel car users are.'
Malay Mail
29-07-2025
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
BJAK 8.8 offers Malaysians unbeatable value for signing up with ‘Ini Baru BJAK' deals
KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — Road tax and insurance renewals aren't usually headline material. But this August, they're at the heart of a nationwide buzz that's picking up speed fast. Thousands of Malaysians are heading online to sign up for a car insurance quote before August 8 — not because they have to, but because doing so might land them a brand-new electric vehicle and a few unexpected perks along the way. Here's why so many are acting early: 1. A brand-new electric car is up for grabs — no slogans, no gimmicks The headline prize? A sleek BYD Seal, one of the latest electric vehicles making waves on Malaysian roads. Sign up and stand a chance to drive home the sleek BYD Seal. — Picture courtesy of BJAK Unlike most contests, there's no slogan to submit or game to play. Just sign up for an insurance quote, and you're automatically in the running. Every additional sign up — be it for your own car, your spouse's, or your parents' — counts as another entry. It's the kind of giveaway that feels too good to be true, but it's already seen thousands of Malaysians signing up. 2. Don't wait till the last minute — enter early for peace of mind You don't need to wait until August 8 to be part of the giveaway. Signing up for your car insurance quote early ensures your entry is counted without the last-minute rush. While exclusive perks like free road tax delivery and the VIP Rescue Plan (includes unlimited towing & extended warranty worth over RM300) are only available on 8.8, all quote sign-ups — whether early or on the day — will have access to the full prize pool of over RM500,000 in rewards, including home appliances, gadgets, and more. Over RM500,000 in prizes, from home appliances to cash and vouchers. — Picture courtesy of BJAK Getting it done early = peace of mind. Let's be honest — settling your insurance and road tax ahead of time just feels good. And once you've signed up for a quote, your entry into the giveaway is secured! 3. Winner reveal goes live with Scha & Awal To cap it off, the grand prize winner will be announced live on August 8 at 9pm, streamed across: BJAK Facebook — BJAK Tiktok — BJAK Youtube — And this isn't just a generic announcement — it'll be hosted by local celebrities Scha Alyahya and Awal Ashaari, making it a proper online event. Winner reveal goes live with Scha & Awal on August 8 at 9pm. — Picture courtesy of BJAK Imagine tuning in and hearing your name called. Not a bad way to spend a Friday night. So if your road tax and car insurance is due — or even if it isn't just yet — now's a good time to get a free quote. You'll be ticking off a chore, but possibly unlocking something much more exciting while you're at it. Sign up here before 8.8 and you're in the running.
