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WA state budget to include $3,500 rebates for electric vehicles, but there's a downside

West Australians will be able to access a $3,500 rebate when they buy an electric vehicle.  (ABC News: Claire Moodie)

Electric and hybrid vehicle owners will be taxed per kilometre to use Western Australia's roads from 2027 to help pay for road upgrades and maintenance.

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