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Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future

One in three Aussies are less likely to buy an EV if the fringe benefits tax exemption is removed. (Jason O'BRIEN/AAP PHOTOS)

Almost two in five Australians are considering an electric or hybrid vehicle for their next car purchase, but many could change their minds if the government puts the brakes on a tax discount.

The Australian Finance Industry Association revealed the findings on Tuesday in their annual report, which also showed low-emission car loans had accelerated by almost 20 per cent during 2025.

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