EV Fleets Incentive Kick-start Funding

Submissions are now being accepted. Submissions close at 5:00PM 30 June 2025 (AEST).

Welcome to the EV fleets incentive kick-start funding application.

 

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

In summary, the program is open to NSW-based organisations that:

  • currently operate a fleet of at least three non-privately registered vehicles (electric or non-electric) in NSW, or own at least one licensed taxi, and
  • are requesting funding for up to 10 new Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs/EVs for short) and optional smart chargers.

The following conditions must be met as part of your application:

  • You may be requested to provide registration certificates to support the minimum fleet size requirement above. Certificates provided must be for non-private registrations types, e.g. Business General, Hire Car or Rental Vehicle.

  • EVs must have been ordered on or after 24 July, 2024 (the launch of this program). Proof of purchase or lease may be requested to demonstrate this.

  • EVs must be new. Used or ex-demo vehicles are not eligible for the incentive.

  • Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) are not eligible for the incentive.

  • EVs acquired through a subscription or novated lease arrangement are not eligible for the incentive.

  • EVs must be registered under an organisation name (either the applying organisation or their lease provider) and not be registered under a private individual.

  • EVs must be registered in NSW and used predominantly in NSW (occasional interstate travel is acceptable).

  • If your application is approved, all EVs nominated in your application must be registered within 120 business days (about five and a half months) after receiving confirmation of applcation approval. Payment of the incentive will not be provided in multiple parts.

  • Passenger vehicles and Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) must have a Recommended Retail Price below the ATO's luxury car tax threshold of $89,332 (incl. GST) . Light Commercial Vehicles (including utes and vans) and light trucks (up to 4.5 tonnes Gross Vehicle Mass) can be above this price.

  • Smart chargers receiving the additional incentive must be on the approved list.

Your application will not be eligible if you do not meet all of the conditions above.

Please read the Guidelines to understand all program requirements in detail.

Please contact electric.fleets@environment.nsw.gov.au with any questions or feedback.