All you need to hit the road in an EV

In 2025, electric vehicles have become much more affordable in Australia, with a growing range of models now priced competitively against traditional internal combustion cars, supported by both market trends and government incentives.

On feature-for-feature comparisons, EVs are still more expensive to purchase compared to petrol cars in Australia. Government incentives and falling production costs are narrowing this gap.

However, EV owners can expect to save about $10,000 over five years of ownership when comparing an electric SUV with a petrol SUV.

Helpful links:

• Origin Energy – What’s the real cost of an EV?
• Electric Vehicle Council – Cost savings Frequently Asked Questions.

Yes, EVs can tow! To be able to tow, a vehicle requires torque and EV’s have instant torque.

The towing capacity of electric vehicles will vary across brands and models. Check out this link to find the towing ability of EVs available in Australia: 

Electric Car Advice Australia – Towing Ability

The NSW Government has invested $199 million to support private charger point operators to install chargers at various locations across the state, including carparks, along major highways, and at accommodation such as hotels and residential areas.

A handy FAQ sheet (PDF) on the NSW government’s EV Charging Program can be downloaded using the link below, or check out the map above to find chargers for your next trip:

NSW Government Electric Vehicle Charging Program Q&As

Both the NSW and Australian governments have incentives and related programs for EV ownership.

Currently there is a fringe benefit tax (FBT) exemption for eligible EVs and associated car expenses. Under the exemption, employers and employees can salary package EVs without incurring FBT, significantly reducing the vehicle’s overall cost. However, the vehicles must be below the luxury car tax threshold.

Under its EV strategy, the NSW Government is investing $289 million, which includes incentives for fleets and charging infrastructure. Check-out current incentives and grants using the links below.

• NSW Government’s Electric Vehicle Strategy
• Australian Tax Office – Electric cars exemption