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Vehicle & Energy Incentives
Vehicle Incentives
Federal Incentives
Electric Vehicle Registration & Tax: Luxury Car Tax
In Australia, fuel efficient vehicles attract less Luxury Car Tax, leading to a saving of up to $3,152. The Luxury Car Tax is levied at 33c on each dollar above a certain threshold. For most cars that threshold is $69,152 in 2021, however for fuel efficient vehicles including the Tesla Model S, Model X, and Model 3, that threshold is $79,659. Learn more about luxury car tax.
State Incentives
Australian Capital Territory – Brand new electric vehicles are eligible for a full stamp duty exemption. As of 24th May 2021, new or used electric vehicles are eligible for two years of free registration (registration fee component only; other charges apply). Learn more.
New South Wales – The stamp duty exemption is available for new and used electric vehicles with a dutiable value up to and including $78,000 (including GST) that are registered on or after 1 September 2021. Electric vehicles with a dutiable value above $78,000 (including GST) will continue to pay the same stamp duty as other non-exempt vehicles. From 1 November, eligible electric vehicles will be able to use Transit T2 and T3 lanes until at least 31 October 2022, making travelling in an EV even easier. Learn more.
Victoria – From 2 May 2021, the Victorian Government has introduced a ZEV Subsidy of $3,000 for new zero emissions vehicles purchased with a Vehicle Subtotal under $68,740. In addition to this, Electric vehicles are exempt from the “luxury vehicle” rate of stamp duty, paying a flat rate of $8.40 per $200 of market value, rather than up to $18 for polluting vehicles. All electric vehicles also receive a $100 annual discount on vehicle registration. Learn more about the ZEV Subsidy here and Registration Discounts here.
Queensland - Electric and hybrid vehicles pay reduced stamp duty: $2 per $100 up to $100,000, and $4 per $100 value thereafter (compared to up to $6 per $100 for more polluting vehicles). Learn more.
Tasmania – From July 1 2021, stamp duty is waived for all new and used electric vehicles. Learn more.
ACT Vehicle Emission Reduction Scheme
Stamp duty exemption
Zero emissions vehicles (including electric vehicles) that are purchased for the first time are eligible for a full stamp duty exemption. This applies to a vehicle that is purchased brand-new and has not previously been registered, or a demonstrator disposed of by a licensed vehicle dealer within one year of the date the demonstrator was first registered in the ACT. Learn more.
Free registration
New or used zero emissions vehicles (including electric vehicles) purchased or acquired in the ACT from 24 May 2021 and before 30 June 2024 will receive two years of free registration. If you are eligible, the waiver will only apply to the registration component of vehicle registration fees. All other relevant fees, charges, or levies related to registering a vehicle will remain, such as the annual cost of Motor Accident Injuries Insurance. Learn more.
NSW Electric Vehicle Strategy
Electric Vehicle Rebate
Beginning 1 September 2021, the NSW Government will offer a $3,000 rebate on the first 25,000 new battery electric vehicles with a dutiable value of less than $68,750 (including GST). The rebate cannot be used for the procurement of used and demonstrator vehicles.
Am I eligible for the EV Rebate?
For eligible vehicle purchased from 1 September 2021, the EV rebate is available to New South Wales residents and businesses with premises in New South Wales. Vehicles procured under a novated leasing arrangement will not be eligible for the EV rebate. Evidence of New South Wales resident status and proof of identity will be confirmed through the registration process. Learn more.
How can I receive the subsidy?
The NSW Government will provide more details on the Eligibility Criteria and application process for claiming a stamp duty exemption. Applications for this subsidy will open on 1 November 2021. Learn more.
Infrastructure Funding
The NSW Government is also investing $171 million to build a world class road network of ultra-fast charging stations and eligible electric vehicles will be able to use Transit T2 and T3 lanes.
For more information on what this means, see Stamp Duty Exemption and EV Rebates.
For additional information visit NSW Government’s Electric Vehicle Strategy.
Victoria ZEV Subsidy
What is the offer?
The Victorian Government has introduced ZEV Subsidy of $3,000 on new zero emissions vehicles with a Vehicle Subtotal (dutiable value) under $68,740 in the first stage of the programme. The Vehicle Subtotal is found on the payment page of the configurator by selecting ‘show details’. This offer is on a first come, first serve basis and is limited to 4,000 registrations in Victoria at this amount. A further 16,000 incentives will then be made available, but the Victorian Government has not yet confirmed details for this stage of the scheme.
Am I eligible?
For eligible vehicle purchases from 2 May 2021, the ZEV Subsidy is available to Victorian residents and businesses with premises in Victoria. Victorians will be able to access the subsidy once only and businesses will be able to apply for up to two subsidies at this stage. Evidence of Victorian resident status and proof of identity will be confirmed through the registration process.
How can I receive the subsidy?
The subsidy will be deducted from the total Drive Away Price on the final tax invoice. If eligibility is unable to be confirmed, any quotations or invoices inclusive of the subsidy will become void.
For additional information visit Solar Victoria.
Energy Incentives
Federal Incentives
Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme
The Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme creates a financial incentive for individuals and small business owners to install eligible small-scale renewable energy systems, including solar panels.*
It does this through the creation of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) based on each system’s expected power generation from the year of installation until 2030 when the scheme ends.
The scheme rewards the individual or small business owner for the renewable energy they’re producing, which reduces their requirement for electricity generated from non-renewable sources.
When you purchase a system from Tesla, you have the option to assign your STCs to Tesla in return for a discount on your system price.**
State Incentives
Home Battery Storage & Solar
Several states and local utility providers offer additional home battery storage & solar incentives for customers, often taking the form of a subsidy. Most subsidies can either be claimed after purchase or reflected as a reduction in the price of your purchase for battery storage and/or solar systems.
All of the above incentives apply to eligible residential customers. Incentive programs are offered and administered by government agencies. Eligibility and availability vary and are outside of Tesla’s control. Most programs are limited to a total dollar amount that can be dispersed or will expire on a certain date. Be sure to visit the state programme’s website for the most up-to-date information on availability and redemption requirements.
* An STC is a financial incentive, not a rebate, and consumers will not qualify for any government-based financial recompense at the completion of the STC creation process.
** Renewable Energy Target liable entities have a legal obligation to buy and surrender to the Clean Energy Regulator. STCs are provided 'up front' for the systems'. Householders who purchase these systems are able to create and sell their STCs in the market or to the STC Clearing House, or to assign the right to create their STCs to an agent in return for a lower purchase price for their system. The level of this benefit differs across the country depending on the level of solar energy.