Clean car package released

Posted: 13 Jun 2021

Transport Minister Michael Woods has said "the Clean Car Discount will make it cheaper for New Zealanders to buy electric and low emission cars. It will prevent up to 9.2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions and will help with the upfront cost of switching over with Kiwis getting up to $8,625 back."

The package includes:

• New rebates for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles start July 1 with up to $8,625 for new vehicles and $3,450 for used.
• Electric vehicle chargers now available every 75km along most state highways to give Kiwis confidence.
• Low Emission Transport Fund will have nearly four times the funding by 2023 to continue to grow the nationwide EV charging network and support other low emission refuelling networks.
• Electric Vehicles Buyers Guide available to help guide potential buyers. 
• Govt intends to set up EV sector leadership group to help increase uptake.
• Proposed Sustainable Biofuels Mandate to prevent over a million tonnes of emissions while Kiwis switch over to electric