Labor’s EV strategy ‘hamstrung’ by delayed fuel efficiency standard, advocates say

Exclusive: Climate and transport groups argue electric vehicles plan has had little impact in the six months since its release

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Climate and transport advocates say the Albanese government’s showpiece electric vehicle strategy has achieved little and remains “hamstrung” six months after its release as the industry continues to wait for details of a fuel efficiency standard.

In mid-April, the government unveiled what was Australia’s first national electric vehicle strategy, which included ideas to support investment in charging infrastructure, guidance for apartment-dwellers wanting to own EVs and recycling programs for large batteries.

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