Road user charging is essential if policymakers are to even the ledger between the taxation of electric vehicles (EVs) and regular vehicles. However, this report finds that current proposals in Australia continue the regressive nature of road user charging. It proposes an alternative model — a Progressive Universal Road User Charge.

This review of the Electric Car Discount (ECD) in Australia looks at the effectiveness of the ECD and whether it should continue. The review recommended that the government consider changes to better manage the costs of the ECD.

This report presents insights into the usage of a kerbside charging network in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, Australia. It identifies essential features required to make high quality charging sites, as well as higher power charging with short duration dedicated parking spaces. It finds one third of charging demand currently occurs during evening peak grid...

The report presents findings from a national household survey, completed by more than 5,000 Australians in April–May 2025. It provides nationally representative insights into current and emerging household energy practices. The findings show how everyday practices, values and vulnerabilities shape household energy demand and participation in Australia’s energy transition.

This report outlines the sales, availability, market growth and charging infrastructure of electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia in the 2024–25 financial year. It also provides an assessment of the EV transition with a national scorecard on federal, state and territory government policies. Despite progress, the report highlights more needs to be done to achieve EV...