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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
Environment
Petra Stock

Electric car owners could save hundreds of dollars a year under the solar sharer scheme. Here’s how

A yellow charging cable plugs into an electric car's port near the side mirror
Those with one electric vehicle could save up to $800 a year on the solar sharer plan, while those with two vehicles could save as much as $1900, according to the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis. Photograph: SimonSkafar/Getty Images

Electric car owners could have a new way to save money under a federal government scheme that promises three hours of free electricity.

Since the solar sharer plans became available in July, many Australians have been asking – is it possible to save money by switching, and how?

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