Victorians rush to buy EVs in last days before state government dumps rebate scheme

Victoria accused of undermining Australia's ability to reach 2030 emissions reduction target by ending the rebate

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A last-minute rush has seen more than 1,300 Victorians claim rebates on their electric vehicle purchases days before the state government ends the scheme, almost a year earlier than planned.

Government figures show Victorians have been claiming the $3,000 electric car subsidies at a rate of more than 60 a day since the change was announced early in June as part of the state's 2024 budget.

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